The undersigned believe that Brebners smart dress code is unnecessary, particularly when not in a client-facing situation, and the resulting lack of comfort in the work place may in fact reduce productivity. We propose that for at least one day a week (i.e. Friday), Brebners adopt on a trial basis, the same casual dress code enjoyed by the other floors of 130 Shaftesbury Avenue.
Many companies who offer casual dress benefits to their employees “report that wearing casual clothing can boost morale, improve quality, encourage more open communication, and increase productivity by creating a more comfortable work environment” - McPherson, W. (1997). “Dressing down” in the business communication curriculum. Business Communication Quarterly, 60(1), 134-146.
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January 9, 2020
I really need to stop obsessing over the thermostat because it feels like my tie gets tighter every time someone mentions how cold the office is. I have been chatting with a few people from the other floors and they basically told me they forgot what it felt like to actually wear dress shoes all day long while they are sitting at their desks.
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Sick of wearing a tie on a Friday when I have no meetings. Lets get this done.
This is a realistic goal
Steve you're such a square
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The picture above highlights just how stylish we could all be.
Yes please!
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The undersigned believe that Brebners smart dress code is unnecessary, particularly when not in a client-facing situation, and the resulting lack of comfort in the work place may in fact reduce productivity. We propose that for at least one day a week (i.e. Friday), Brebners adopt on a trial basis, the same casual dress code enjoyed by the other floors of 130 Shaftesbury Avenue.
Many companies who offer casual dress benefits to their employees “report that wearing casual clothing can boost morale, improve quality, encourage more open communication, and increase productivity by creating a more comfortable work environment” - McPherson, W. (1997). “Dressing down” in the business communication curriculum. Business Communication Quarterly, 60(1), 134-146.
Updates
January 9, 2020
I really need to stop obsessing over the thermostat because it feels like my tie gets tighter every time someone mentions how cold the office is. I have been chatting with a few people from the other floors and they basically told me they forgot what it felt like to actually wear dress shoes all day long while they are sitting at their desks.
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Although McPherson, W. raises some interesting points with regards to the benefits of comfortable clothing in a work environment, there is a lack of empirical evidence to suggest it will increase our productivity. I think that a smart casual dress code on Fridays would be more appropriate for our profession with smart shoes & collared shirt as a minimum.
Sick of wearing a tie on a Friday when I have no meetings. Lets get this done.
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Steve you're such a square
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Although McPherson, W. raises some interesting points with regards to the benefits of comfortable clothing in a work environment, there is a lack of empirical evidence to suggest it will increase our productivity. I think that a smart casual dress code on Fridays would be more appropriate for our profession with smart shoes & collared shirt as a minimum.