Let the Glad Tidings Begin! Vast Majority of Professionals Look Forward to their Company’s Holiday Celebration & Feel it ha...
05 December 2018 - 12:00AM
Business Wire
Company holiday parties are not only a strong way to bring cheer
to employees, they are a way to help them get ahead. That according
to new survey of professionals by Korn Ferry (NYSE: KFY).
The vast majority of respondents (83 percent) say they look
forward to their holiday party, and 90 percent say the event
creates a stronger culture in their organization.
Two-thirds (66 percent) of respondents say networking at holiday
parties helps them get ahead in their career, and 83 percent
believe the parties are a good use of budget and resources.
“Where and how people work today is much different than in
years’ past. Holiday parties are a good way to bring together
people who don’t necessarily work side-by-side to create a sense of
community and belonging,” said Kirsta Anderson, Korn Ferry Global
Solution Leader for Culture Transformation. “These events reinforce
a sense of connection to the company and can be an opportunity to
reinforce an engaging and enriching company culture.”
While more than a third (36 percent) say their company is not
hosting a holiday party this year, 77 percent say that if there is
a party, they plan on attending.
To meet the growing prevalence of remote workers, 34 percent of
respondents say their organization has found a way to incorporate
employees who don’t work in the office into the holiday
festivities.
The survey also found that many employers are taking a different
approach to this year’s holiday celebration, with 25 percent of
respondents saying their company will change the event to a more
family-friendly time or venue.
“With the hectic pace professionals keep year-round, it’s
important to pause and take the time to celebrate the season and
each other,” said Anderson. “And, both employers and employees will
reap future benefits from the conversations and ideas that began
while enjoying the festivities.”
About the Survey – The Korn Ferry survey was conducted in
November 2018 and garnered 644 responses. Due to rounding,
percentages may not equal 100.
Survey Responses:
Is your company hosting a holiday party
this year?
Yes 64 percent No 36 percent
If your company is hosting a holiday
party, do you plan to attend?
Yes 77 percent No 33 percent
Will networking at holiday parties help
you get ahead at your organization?
Yes to a great extent 22 percent Yes to some extent 44 percent To
no extent 34 percent
Do you look forward to your holiday
party?
Yes to a great extent 28 percent Yes to some extent 55 percent No
to some extent 7 percent No to a great extent 10 percent
Do you feel office parties create a
stronger culture in your organization?
Yes 90 percent No 10 percent
Are office parties a good use of
resources and budget?
Yes 83 percent No 17 percent
Will your company change the way it
hosts holiday parties this year, such as moving it to a more family
friendly venue or time?
Yes 25 percent No 75 percent
Has your company found a way to include
remote workers in holiday celebrations?
Yes 34 percent No 66 percent
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About Korn Ferry
Korn Ferry is a global organizational consulting firm. We help
clients synchronize strategy and talent to drive superior
performance. We work with organizations to design their structures,
roles, and responsibilities. We help them hire the right people to
bring their strategy to life. And we advise them on how to reward,
develop, and motivate their people.
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