Name: Joseph Calleja
Age: 25
Occupation: Director
Do you usually work during the festive period?
It all depends on the amount of work I have pending – if I need to go to the office, I just do.
Have you always worked on Christmas Day?
The first time I worked during the festive period was when I became a director – that’s almost four years ago.
Do you choose to work on Christmas Day or does your job require you to do so?
I choose to.
What sort of work will you be doing?
Administrative work mostly.
Do you miss celebrating the festive period with your loved ones?
If I did, then I wouldn’t go to work.
Has working in the festive period affected your relationships outside the office?
Not really.
Although you’re going to be working, will you still take a short break to celebrate the festive period?
No, I won’t have time for a break.
Will your organisation be doing something to keep its employees in the Christmas spirit?
Every year, it is a tradition to have a Christmas party or dinner outside the office. Then on Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve we close an hour early and have drinks in one of the boardrooms.
How do you feel about working this festive season?
I would much rather stay at home and rest or spend some time with my family and friends.