Whilst lots of interesting (and embarrassing) things can happen at corporate functions, the one thing you want to work well is the entertainment. We all love a full dance floor and, after a solid period of work, there's nothing better than kicking up your heels with your colleagues and celebrating your hard work.

Without careful planning there are many things that can go wrong. These are the common ones our team come across with our corporate clients.

1. Book well in advance
   You might have a great singer or band in mind for your next corporate function but if they're not available then it can make or break the night. Nobody wants to deal with tardy or average talent all because you didn't book with enough time. Most artists are booked 3 months in advance so the earlier you can get in, the better.
2. The music makes it!
   Make sure you have a good mix of familiar top 40 tunes. This will ensure that most of the guests will recognise some of the music (off the radio at least), meaning more movement on the dancefloor. Whether you have a DJ or a live band, both should be able and willing to accommodate this and they should be able to provide you with a list of their repertoire or a song list.
3. Bring something unique to the party
   If you really want your night to stand out, think about having some sort of feature on the night. You might want to have a champagne tower, a fire twirler, photo booth, a mixologist serving drinks theatrically or burlesque dancers. This can add a very unique and personal twist to your event.
4. Let the music play on, play on…
   Many venues have strict curfews and nowadays most even have devices fitted that automatically turns the music down. To avoid this, check with your venue in advance so your artist/s can be made aware of this and manage the volume accordingly on the night.

Most of all, make sure you have fun too! Your hard work's paid off!