It’s the time of year to share holiday cheer and attend workplace gatherings.
While many employees welcome the opportunity to socialize with colleagues, enjoy some food and drink, and a bit of downtime, they may not understand the challenges that can arise during these activities and how things can quickly go south if people don’t do this. .
In a “mentoring moment” she shared on Instagram, Fox News’ Dana Perino offered clear advice on the topic, and expanded on it in comments on Fox News Digital.
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“Here’s some advice that I strongly agree with — it’s a good rule to follow,” she said.
“You can only have one alcoholic beverage at a work or office party,” Perino said.
When it comes to attending an office holiday party, “No matter how much alcohol you think you can handle, it’s always less than you think.” (iStock)
That’s because “the most important word in ‘office party’ is not ‘party’… ‘This is the office,'” she told Fox News Digital.
“No matter how much alcohol you think you can handle, it’s always less than you think.”
“If you feel like you’re going to drink more because of peer pressure, ask the bartender to add a shot of lime.”
The “America’s Newsroom” co-host and “The Five” co-host added, “I don’t know what it means to have an end-of-year party, to let loose, to be crazy, but just do it when you’re with your friends. time (for God’s sake, don’t post!) – keep your holiday gatherings with your bosses and co-workers fun and festive.
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Perino suggested people could have a drink “but only if you’ve also eaten some food.”
“If you feel like you’re being pressured by peers to drink more, ask the bartender to add more lime.”
She continued, “I promise: this is a rule that will serve you well. If you want to go out later, make plans and have fun. But don’t be late for work the next morning!”
“Everyone is paying attention all the time,” Perino said. “Don’t hurt your chances for a promotion or tarnish your reputation by being sloppy at the end-of-year party.”
Fox News anchor and host Dana Perino has some sage advice for those attending holiday parties: “Don’t hurt your chances of a promotion or tarnish your career by acting sloppy at your end-of-year party.” reputation. (Dominic Bindel/Getty Images)
Thinking ahead is crucial, she advises.
“That way you can make sure next year is a great year too!”
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Diane Gottsman, an etiquette expert and founder of the School of Texas Etiquette in San Antonio, generally agreed with Perino’s assessment.
Goetzman told Fox News Digital that attendees of work-sponsored social events where alcohol is served should always be “aware of what their bosses, clients or even co-workers think.”
Drinking at office parties should be limited to one or two drinks, an etiquette expert says. (iStock)
“Regardless of what others are doing or how much they’re drinking, limit alcohol intake to one or two drinks at cocktail events, and it’s best to have a glass of wine with dinner.”
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Gottesman recommends avoiding sodas and cocktails “if you want something in your hand.”
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“Everyone has different tolerance levels,” she added.
“But keeping up with your boss or clients because they’re overabsorbed is never a good career move,” she advises people.
