Can someone please tell me how it is “that” time of year again already? The time when cicadas start dialling up to full volume, the air feels like a forceful hot fan, and your workplace throws its annual Christmas party.

Every business celebrates the end of the year differently. Some fly all staff members from around the country into one location to party through the night. Others opt for boat parties, or awards nights, or maybe even fancy dress for the adventurous.

It’s officially work Christmas party season. Here’s what to keep in mind while you celebrate.Credit: Getty

And of course, there are some companies who do the bare minimum required, like a quick pub lunch if you’re lucky.

No matter how your workplace chooses to celebrate the start of the holidays, there are a few Christmas party do’s and don’t’s that everyone should follow to ensure it’s a happy new year.

DO: get into the spirit. Not everyone loves being forced to mingle with your colleagues. In fact, research by hiring platform Indeed last year found that more than one-third of Australian employees say they “dread” the end-of-year events........

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