Traditionally, when career-driven women, be that entrepreneurs or senior leaders of businesses, have looked to start families, they have often said goodbye to their careers. The workplace has been inflexible and incapable of reconciling both home and work lives.

For some, office Christmas parties are the highlight of the year, while others would do anything within their power to avoid an evening of forced fun and team bonding. As the definition of the workplace has significantly evolved with companies and employees opting for more flexible working arrangements, it may seem like the concept of a Christmas get-together has become obsolete. Despite that, the office Christmas party still serves as an excellent opportunity to engage with employees and potential business partners.