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How to Execute a Virtual Work Party That Doesn't Stink | Christine vs. Work
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- May 24, 2026
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How to Throw a Virtual Work Party That Doesnโt Stink | Christine vs. Work 15 Dec 2020 --- ๐๐ช๐๐จ๐๐ง๐๐๐ ๐ฉ๐ค ๐ผ๐จ๐๐๐ฃ๐ ๐ฉ๐ค๐๐๐ฎ! โจ https://www.youtube.com/c/HBRAscend โจ Is there a way to make a virtual social event at work not stink? With so many offices working remotely this year, no doubt youโve been invited to a virtual happy hour, birthday celebration, or event that in the end just felt like another meeting disguised as a social event. Innovation Editor Christine Liu was desperate to find out if there is a secret formula to throwing a virtual event that wouldnโt feel like the dreaded โmandatory fun.โ Tasked with hosting the HBR.org holiday party, Christine spoke with Bryan Rafanelli, founder and Chief Creative Officer of Rafanelli Events, who specializes in high-end events like weddings and fundraisers, or any other social gathering in need of creative direction and planning. Heโs not new to virtual parties, but this year he pivoted his long list of projects to virtual. The key to virtual party planning? Understand what makes parties (in general) work well. Bryanโs tips include: Truly believe the party will be a hit! Create buzz and hype among the whoโs who on the guestlist Keep the event short (no more than 30 minutes) Assign a host or emcee to keep the party moving and on schedule Designate a way for guests to actively participate Throw in elements of surprise and delight Learn more about Bryan Rafanelli: https://www.rafanellievents.com --------------------------------------------------------------------- Weโd love to hear from you! Tell us about your content preferences in our 10-minute survey: https://hbp.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_2ldQ5v6xeoxKHrM?source=social_youtube At Harvard Business Review, we believe in management. If the worldโs organizations and institutions weโฆ