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Merry Christmas Messages: Strengthening Professional Connections The holiday season offers a unique opportunity for businesses to express gratitude and reinforce professional relationships. A thoughtful Christmas message can: - Demonstrate appreciation for clients, employees, and partners - Showcase your company's values and personality - Create lasting goodwill in the professional network Key elements of an effective holiday greeting: 1. Warm, sincere salutation 2. Genuine expression of thanks 3. Reflection on shared achievements 4. Positive wishes for the coming year Pro Tips for Crafting Your Message: - Personalize when possible - Keep the tone professional yet warm - Focus on relationship-building - Avoid overt sales pitches Sample Messages: - For Clients: "Thank you for your trust and collaboration this year. We appreciate the opportunity to support your success and look forward to continuing our partnership." - For Team: "Your dedication and hard work have been instrumental to our collective achievements. Wishing you a restful holiday and renewed energy for the year ahead." The most impactful messages come from authentic appreciation. Take a moment to reflect on your professional relationships and share your genuine gratitude this holiday season. Wishing you a joyful and prosperous holiday!

There are 3 things your holiday party should DEFINITELY be… Enjoyable Engaging Impactful Can I add something it SHOULDN’T be, too? Your holiday party really shouldn’t be an afterthought OR something that drains you/your events team. Holiday parties are insanely important for a multitude of reasons, most importantly because they make your team feel seen and cared for and well, that affects more than we often realize (including the health of your culture and your bottom line…two really important things). My team at Elevate Experiences and I really enjoy helping our clients create holiday parties. They come to us with a vast range of budgets, ideas, needs, etc – but they all walk away happy that they invested in their team at the end of the year. ❄️ Can we help you create a remarkable holiday experience for your team or your clients? DM me or click the link in the comments. PS - just because we’re in the middle of November does NOT mean it's too late to put something awesome together! 

🎉 Are you cooking up some epic holiday cheer or a blowout year-end bash for your team? Let’s be honest. By now, most companies have their plans locked in. But hey, before you slap on the ugly sweaters and call it a day, let me sprinkle in some insider wisdom from my hotelier days. 🎬 Check out this reel.👇 . . . #employeeappreciation #holidaycelebration #yearendparty #celebrateemployees

What makes the holiday season so magical? Maybe it’s the twinkling lights, inspiring movies, or the sweet smells of comfort foods. I think the true magic comes from something much simpler: the collective effort to bring more cheer into the world. At AMITY, we embrace this spirit of togetherness and joy by hosting a Holiday Soirée for our members. It’s more than just an event; it’s our way of saying “You belong here, and we’re grateful for you” to each of our members. We are so thankful to those who attended the Holiday Soirée despite busy schedules. But spreading holiday cheer isn’t limited to one event or a specific time of year. It can live in the everyday actions at work- like holding the door open for someone, saying hello to a coworker, or making an effort to brighten someone’s day. We are lucky enough to have members that truly embody ‘holiday cheer’ all year long! As we gather for the holidays, let’s celebrate the magic of community, connection, and celebration- because this cheer lasts well beyond the season. #coworking #holidaycheer #remotework #officespace #eventspace #meetingspace #metrodetroit #entreprenuers #smallbusiness

Merry Christmas Messages: Strengthening Professional Connections The holiday season offers a unique opportunity for businesses to express gratitude and reinforce professional relationships. A thoughtful Christmas message can: - Demonstrate appreciation for clients, employees, and partners - Showcase your company's values and personality - Create lasting goodwill in the professional network Key elements of an effective holiday greeting: 1. Warm, sincere salutation 2. Genuine expression of thanks 3. Reflection on shared achievements 4. Positive wishes for the coming year Pro Tips for Crafting Your Message: - Personalize when possible - Keep the tone professional yet warm - Focus on relationship-building - Avoid overt sales pitches Sample Messages: - For Clients: "Thank you for your trust and collaboration this year. We appreciate the opportunity to support your success and look forward to continuing our partnership." - For Team: "Your dedication and hard work have been instrumental to our collective achievements. Wishing you a restful holiday and renewed energy for the year ahead." The most impactful messages come from authentic appreciation. Take a moment to reflect on your professional relationships and share your genuine gratitude this holiday season. Wishing you a joyful and prosperous holiday!

🎥 Holiday Survival Tips for Hospitality Pros – Part 2 🎄✨ This season is all about keeping your cool while creating magic for your guests. Here are three simple but powerful tips to stay on top of your game: 💧 Hydrate – Beat sickness, fatigue, and brain fog by keeping a water bottle handy! Bonus points for adding electrolytes. 🤝 Delegate – You don’t have to do it all. Let your team step in—if they can do it 80% as well as you, it’s a win! Focus on making sure everything gets done, not doing it all yourself. 🎉 Celebrate – Don’t forget to celebrate wins, big or small! Show your team how much they’re appreciated, and take a moment to soak in the holiday cheer. Togetherness, teamwork, and community make it all worthwhile. ✨ What are your go-to holiday survival tips? Share in the comments below! #HolidayTips #HospitalityHeroes #Teamwork #CelebrateTheSeason

Festive Friday is Here! The holidays are just around the corner, and we couldn’t be more excited! Whether you're wrapping up work, wrapping gifts, or simply wrapping yourself in a cozy blanket, take a moment to enjoy the magic of the season. Our checklist for the perfect holiday mood: ✅ Celebrate small wins from the year ✅ Spend quality time with loved ones ✅ Embrace joy, laughter, and good vibes As we head into the holiday season, let’s make it a time to recharge, reflect, and get ready to step into the new year with energy and enthusiasm. Wishing you all a festive Friday filled with warmth and cheer! #FestiveFriday #HolidaySeason #JoyfulMoments #WarmWishes #RechargeAndReflect #HappinessEverywhere #HolidayVibes #hourconsulting #donedifferently #recruitment #recruitmentservices #recruiting #recruitingagency #recruitmentagency #careerservices #career #professionaldevelopment #professional #socialmedia #socialmediaaccounts #sm #onlineprofile #coaching #advising #applying #consulting #humanresources #candidate #smallbusiness #supportlocal #staylocal #services #hireus #applynow

Setting realistic expectations during the holiday season is key to reducing stress and ensuring you can truly enjoy the festivities. 1️⃣ Know your limits—don’t overcommit. When you say “yes” to something, you’re saying “no” to something else. 2️⃣ Focus on what truly matters—prioritizing tasks has never been more important 3️⃣ Set small, achievable goals each week. Allow the wins to fuel you for the next week! 4️⃣ Stop comparing your holiday or business to others’. You never truly know what someone else is experiencing. 5️⃣ Be flexible when things don’t go as planned. Pivot & shift and yet don’t let it get you down. 6️⃣ Self care doesn’t go away during this time of year. How can you fill your cup in budget friendly ways? Want more tips? Join us for our Holiday Team meeting tomorrow where our Team Leader will share tips and tricks on how to juggle work and life during this holiday season.

Simplify Your Holidays with These Tips & Deals! 🎁✨ The holidays are here, and while they’re full of magic, they can also bring a bit of chaos. Don’t worry—we’ve got you covered! Our latest blog, How to Make the Holiday Season Easier: Tips and Products to Simplify Your Festivities, is packed with practical advice and product recommendations. https://hubs.la/Q02ZmPRb0

Are you enjoying holiday party season as much as I am? I’ve been out almost every night, reconnecting with people I’ve met over the years and meeting plenty of new faces. While it’s been a bit tiring, it’s also been a ton of fun! Here’s a quick tip for maximizing the value of these events: 🎯 The Morning After Strategy When you wake up (hopefully after a good night’s sleep), jot down the names of everyone you saw or met the night before. 🎯 Send a Quick Follow-Up A simple message like: “Great to see you at [Event Name] last night! Let’s set up a time to catch up in January.” This little effort goes a long way in keeping the connections alive and turning them into meaningful opportunities. Thanks to this strategy, my January calendar is already filling up with calls, Zooms, and in-person meetings. It’s a great way to start the new year strong! What’s your go-to holiday party follow-up strategy?