I work for a company that has a great brand and a cool culture, and part of that brand and culture requires that I adhere to a strict dress code of jeans (or solid color shorts), tennis shoes, a belt, a company branded hat (optional), and an embroidered polo shirt. Some people love it, some ... Read the rest »

In the midst of what seems like endless economic chaos, I work for a company that is doing exceptionally well right now. So well that many people are getting caught up in it. Private equity firms are constantly knocking on the door, and it seems like I frequently hear talk of an IPO.   As ... Read the rest »

Recently I’ve heard stories from management in my company and others about how Gen-Y is becoming a “problem,” and that managers are beginning to be intimidated by the thought of hiring us to fill the gaps left by retiring Baby Boomers.  You’ve heard of our common traits: we modify the dress code, we surf Facebook ... Read the rest »