The vast majority (74%) of workers report that they are not offered any incentive to work over the Christmas period according to a survey by online job site CV Library. They went on to ask what the pros and cons of working over the Christmas period were and can reveal:
Worst things about working over Christmas (based on top 3 answers)
- 77% Missing out on spending time with family and friends
- 22% Missing out on Christmas parties
- 22% Having to stay in the festive spirit, even though you’d rather be at home
- 20% Irritable/stressed customers and clients
- 17% Working longer hours
Best things about working over Christmas (based on top 3 answers)
- 40% Christmas bonuses
- 33% Christmas music
- 28% A more relaxed working environment
- 25% Staff social events
- 23.4% Jolly customers
Another thing that has been impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic is the popular tradition of Secret Santa. Only 27% of professionals say they will be playing the game in their workplace this year, with 23% admitting they did used to, but have stopped since the onset of the pandemic.
