Starting with the premise that "corporate casual" is in style in the workplace, Casual Success points out that a casual dress environment makes employees more productive and also enables companies to be more competitive because job seekers see a relaxed environment as attractive. In addition, dressing casual is more economic and reduces the hassle of changing clothes for different events. Aimed at younger job-seekers, the video offers specific guidelines for determining exactly what "corporate casual" means in a particular company, including noticing what interviewers wear and following the lead of higher-ranking executives. A good, common-sense guide to today's changing dress requirements for the workplace, this is recommended. Aud: H, C, P. (S. Fisher)
Casual Success: Clothing for Work and Leisure
(2000) 15 min. $79 (study guide included). Meridian Education Corporation. PPR. Vol. 15, Issue 6