Planning for the Christmas shut-down

Here's how you can avoid last-minute rush and panic in the office.

Christmas parties for tiny businesses

The annual Christmas party is a must for most large companies. It's a chance for everyone to step outside the usual formal routine, to socialise beyond their immediate colleagues and perhaps see the boss as a more human, fun-loving person. But what if you work in a small company, or are a sole trader? What are the benefits to you of Christmas jollifications? Includes party ideas for small businesses.

Corporate gifts - what to offer and the pitfalls to avoid

Should you give gifts to staff, clients and suppliers at Christmas? If you do offer something, here are some tips and a quick overview of the tax position on gifts.

Gearing up for Christmas

If your business is seasonal, and Christmas is your main focus, how do you operate cost-effectively and efficiently? Here are some tried and tested solutions to manage staffing and avoid overload during the feastive season.

13 ways to improve your business over the Christmas break

If your business closes down over Christmas, you could use some of the time to catch up on tasks you usually don't have time for. Here are some useful tasks that allow you to clear the decks over the Christmas break.

Are you ready to party

There is no doubt that staging events for clients, including Christmas parties, can be a most productive way to reach them. We look at what's involved in making corporate entertaining and hospitality a success. We also reveal some 'interesting' statistics concerning the traditional office Xmas bash.