Floating Into the Holidays: An OtterStream Send-off

'Tis the season when out-of-office messages multiply faster than cookie platters at a holiday potluck, and everyone's calendar looks like a game of Tetris gone wrong. Whether you're decking the halls, lighting the menorah, gathering with family for Kwanzaa, or simply enjoying some well-deserved downtime, we at OtterStream HR want to send you floating into the holiday season with some cheerful thoughts (and yes, a few gentle HR reminders, because we just can't help ourselves 😉).

Taking Care of Business

Before you dash away, dash away, dash away all, remember to:

• Set those out-of-office messages (with actual return dates!)

• Wrap up any urgent projects (unlike those last-minute holiday gifts)

• Let your team know your holiday schedule (so they're not waiting for responses like kids waiting for presents)

Rest, Recharge, and Remember...

The holiday season is about more than just avoiding reply-all email chains about the company party. It's about:

• Taking time to disconnect (yes, you can survive without checking Slack)

• Spending time with loved ones (whether in person or via those endless family Zoom calls)

• Recharging your batteries (naps count as self-care!)

• Creating memories (that don't involve spreadsheets)

A Note About Inclusivity (Because That's How We Roll)

At OtterStream, we know our work family celebrates in different ways. Some of us are:

• Trimming trees

• Spinning dreidels

• Lighting kinaras

• Celebrating other meaningful traditions

• Or simply enjoying the peace and quiet of a reduced email inbox

And you know what? That's what makes our workplace wonderfully unique.

Safety First (Because We're Still HR, After All)

While we want you to have all the holiday fun your heart desires, remember to:

• Stay safe in your travels

• Make smart choices at holiday gatherings

• Keep your holiday sweaters flame-retardant

• Remember that what happens at the holiday party doesn't actually stay at the holiday party (especially if someone's recording for social media)

Our Holiday Wish for You

As we wrap up another year, our OtterStream team wishes you:

• Joy that bubbles up like a hot chocolate overflow

• Peace that's as smooth as a perfectly frosted cookie

• Rest that's as deep as a fresh snowfall

• And memories that sparkle brighter than your neighbor's over-the-top light display

See You Next Year!

When we return, we'll be ready to dive back in with fresh energy, new ideas, and probably a few extra holiday pounds (hey, we're keeping it real here).

Until then, from our OtterStream family to yours, we wish you a wonderful holiday season filled with whatever brings you joy. May your days be merry, your stress levels be low, and your HR violations be nonexistent.