| ether he's a good boss or a not so good one, you're | | | | Create a festive atmosphere - balloons, streamers |
| planning a retirement party for him..... | | | | and a nice array of colors would be fabs; plus add in a |
| You wanna give him a memorable going-away party | | | | few speical touches like vibrant backgroud music, |
| with fun, colors, full of entertaining moments, good food, | | | | flowers and banners. |
| songs and dances.... and you want it to take place | | | | 6. Sharing From Collegues About Their Experiences |
| sommothly and send him off in style...... | | | | With Your Boss |
| Tough? | | | | Ask your colleagues in advance to record on video |
| Not really. I can give you 11 tips to help you get it right. | | | | something about their experiences with your boss. |
| 1. Have A Budget In mind | | | | Show the video clips, zooming in on those that're funny |
| You need to have a budget; if there's an allowance | | | | or inspirational. |
| from your company, then so much the better. If not, | | | | Or you could invite your boss's spouse and children to |
| then you'll need your colleagues to pitch in. | | | | share stories about him. |
| Nail down costs for the venue, food and drinks, | | | | 7. Include A Speech or A Toast |
| entertainment, etc. | | | | Ask if your boss would like to make a speech or give |
| 2. Consider Your Boss's Preferences | | | | a toast. Ask in advance because your boss may not |
| Does he prefer not to be singled out? Then something | | | | like it. Try not to put him on the spot by asking him |
| low-key and elegant might be the thing for him. | | | | there and then at the party. |
| If he loves to be the center of attention, then he's the | | | | 8. Show Your Boss's Work |
| one for a roast. | | | | Create a short video using assorted clips from your |
| 3. Decide A Theme For The Party That Reflects Your | | | | boss's work and personal life. Set the video to |
| Boss's Interest, Passion or Hobby | | | | appropriate music (your boss's favorite song would be |
| Could be Mardi Gras, costume, fancy dress, Hawaiian, | | | | the best bet) and play the video at the party. |
| sports......Get one theme that can really spark off | | | | 9. Dance and Sing |
| starkly your boss's personality. | | | | Hire dancers to take your boss and guests to the |
| If you go for a theme, planning the meal will be easier | | | | dance floor and show some moves. Dancing |
| as most themes have traditional food items. | | | | certainly add life to the celabration. |
| 4. Choose A Venue | | | | Singing too. Arrange for singing session. Get the best |
| Depends again on your boss's preferences. | | | | crooners (from amongst your colleagues) to croon |
| A small or large affair? | | | | some songs, especially your boss's favourite tunes. |
| An out-of-the-box or traditional celebration? | | | | 10. Present A Gift |
| A quiet, low-key thing? | | | | Most people enjoy receiving gifts. So your boss would |
| The venue could be a hotel, restaurant, yacht club, a | | | | be happy to get one too. |
| historic mansion or a casino, or your boss's house? | | | | You could consider gifts like travel certificates, books, |
| 5. Put Up Decorations | | | | luggage or golf clubs. |
| Create and decorate the venue against a backdrop | | | | 11. Arrange Video Tapping or Photographing |
| that depicts your boss's life and accomplishments. | | | | Hire a videographer/photographer to record the party |
| Put on display his awards, trophies and photos. Make | | | | event and particularly to capture funny and |
| table centerpieces, each one rivets on one of his | | | | heart-warming shots. Present the video/photos to your |
| interests: sports, yachting, golf, vintage cars, music, | | | | boss. |
| dancing, travelling....... | | | | |