Do annual company parties still matter?

This podcast dives into the captivating tradition of Nian Hui, or annual company parties. Exploring the cultural significance of these events in Chinese corporate culture, the discussion highlights their key elements, including welcome remarks, employee performances, games, and awards for outstanding contributions. It then widens its lens to examine annual parties in global contexts, touching upon cross-cultural variations, the challenges of unpaid rehearsals for performances, and the changing attitudes towards these events among millennial and Gen Z employees.