End of year events!
When it come to planning your end of year events it’s never too early to get started. A lot of the best venues get booked up early, so getting ahead will ensure you don’t miss our on the best venues (and the best rates).
But more importantly, the longer the lead time, the more time you’ll have to think about your objectives and what you really want your year-end event to achieve for your people and strategy.
Get more from your end of year budget.
Planning six to eight months ahead allows you to approach your event with a clean slate, apply fresh thinking and new ideas, challenge the norm and get more from your Q4 budget.
Rather than hold a Christmas party, because it’s what you’ve always done, maybe it’s time to do something different, and more inclusive, than the standard boozy bash?
Gen Z account for an increasing percentage of the workforce, according to a Diversity & Inclusion in the Workplace Report, nearly half (44%) of employees aged 21-24 avoid company socials so they don’t experience pressure to drink. However a report from recruitment company Reed revealed the Gen Z workforce feels annual festivities are a key part of work culture and nearly two-thirds (61%) say attending would help boost morale, 39% see it as an opportunity to become closer to their colleagues and 28% would feel more valued by their employer throwing them a party.
In a world where hybrid working is now the norm, giving your employees the opportunity to get together in person at year-end to connect and celebrate can play an important part in shaping and maintaining a strong culture, in an environment that engages and includes everyone.
How can you do things differently?
Organising events that aren’t centralised around alcohol helps to create an inclusive environment, so consider organising a daytime event instead of an evening one, or even combine the two.
Have you thought about asking your workforce how they would most like to celebrate the end of the year? Engaging the employees in a quick survey can make them feel valued.
Maximise your budget and the opportunity of bringing everyone together with a Townhall or company off-site that reflects on the successes of the year and outlines the strategy and motivations for the year ahead. Still adding a social element and sprinkling of festive fun and celebration. Some of the events we have created for clients in the last few years include overnight retreats, a talent contest, recognition and awards ceremonies and many other types of celebration activities and gatherings.
The opportunities for your year-end budget are endless. So, if you want to get ahead of the game, our team can help you create a completely bespoke year-end experience – whether festive themed or not, that meets your objectives. Book your free 30-minute consultation today!
