Saving money on the Christmas Party!

The holidays should be a festive and fun time, a time of good will and as much generosity as one can muster. With this in mind, reward your employees with a joyful holiday party as a tangible way to express your appreciation for their yearlong efforts. And leave that bah-humbugging to someone else.

Have a Holiday Party that Won't Break Your Business's Bank

At-the-office parties

1. A catered luncheon or after-work party at the office can be less expensive than a restaurant or banquet outing.

2. If funds are really limited, have a "potluck" meal where each worker signs up to bring in a different dish.

3. Try something a little "out of the ordinary"

Off premises parties

1. Invite your employees and their "significant others" to your home.

2. Consider going to a restaurant rather than a banquet or catering hall.

3. If you do choose to go "whole hog," and hold your party at a banquet hall, there are some ways to hold down costs.

4. Consider doing something "off the beaten track"

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Money Saving Tips for Kids' Parties

The first way to save money is by staying at home.
Save money on invitations by printing them yourself.
If you time your party right, you can save money on your food budget.
Baking your own cake is another way to save money.
When it comes to decorations, there are lots of ways you can save money. Although party companies like to make themed plates, cups, bags, invitations, napkins, tablecloths, etc..
Instead of sending party guests home with a bag full of plastic junk, why not skip the goody bags and try something more creative and less expensive?

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