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Should I attend the baby shower?
I work in an office of 104 employees, split up over 3 branches. In the main branch, where most employees are, a woman is having a baby. I'm in the same branch as her but I don't work with her and only met her twice. I've only worked here since the end of October '11. She is in HR. The baby shower invite was sent as a mass email, suggesting food and gifts be brought to this party. It asks for an RSVP by January 17. What should I do?! I work with mostly men in my department so I don't think any of them will go so I won't even know anyone. Thanks!
6 Answers
- ?Lv 69 years agoFavorite Answer
A mass email invitation was inappropriate.
A shower, like the wedding, is only for those closest to the person.
Her work buddies should be the ones giving the shower and not expect casual coworkers to attend.
RSVP immediately that you won't be attending.
However, if you want to network a bit and meet other woman this would be a good chance. Don't to it out of obligation, but because you see it as a fun way to spend your lunch hour.
- misslabeledLv 79 years ago
I personally have issues with social event in the workplace, so I may not be much help. Showers are supposed to be thrown by close friends and family inviting close friends and family. A mass and impersonal email is TACKY. It smacks of nothing more than a gift grab, because traditionally a shower is one of very few events where attendees are expected to bring a gift. That's why this is so tacky--"I don't really know or work with you, but I want a buttload of a presents."
Reply to the email with, "Thank you for think of me, but I regret I will not be able to attend." An explanation is not required (although these people are so tacky they might expect one, but according to etiquette, not required.)
- barthebearLv 79 years ago
I sense you are not excited to go. Dont go if you dont want to. Is it during work time? Hope not so you can have an excuse that you have family obligations or some such thing. I wouldnt feel guilty but if you do, you could always send a small gift ahead of time
- 9 years ago
No, good etiquette does not mean you have to be present or even give a present. Stay at your desk and act like you have work to do. I always feel a little guilty but if everyone in the office has a doing every other week, you could go broke.....I'm just saying.
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- Anonymous9 years ago
I think you should definitely go!
It will be a good way to mingle with your fellow co-workers, get better acquainted.
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It was a mass email sent out, so obviously they are encouraging everyone who can make it from work, to go!
Just go and have fun..mingle a little and then leave!!
Plus you've already met her twice, as long as it was good, I don't see why not.
- Anonymous9 years ago
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