If it's something you would wear on the weekend, chances are it's not something you want to wear in the office.

Monday, 2 March 2015

6 Famous Casual Companies

This week I’ve decided to do things differently. Instead of further explaining and drilling the rules of casual apparel into your minds, let’s take a break and have a look at businesses that have drifted away from boring offices to spaces that will encourage creativity. Today, we’re counting down six famous companies who have gone casual in more ways than just apparel.

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This media company took a casual approach by moving their headquarters and completely redecorating their offices in a simple yet creative way. Every room features an open space concept and refreshing design.

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The social networking site’ employees not only dress casually (more casual than business casual) but also get to work in a very laid-back headquarters.

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The very popular social networking site’s headquarters not only have a casual dress code, but also have bean bags, an outdoor skate park, and office turn tables available to employees.

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The famous social media outlet’s headquarters consist of open-concept spaces and a relaxed environment. Employees are expected to dress casually.

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Apple has taken an interesting approach to casual apparel. While the company has a uniform, it is a very laid-back and casual one consisting of simple blue shirts with the Apple logo.














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And the top spot for casual companies goes to none other than Google. The massive company was one of the first companies to adopt a casual corporate culture. Employees have access to possibly the best office ever with massage chairs, ping pong tables, and sleeping pods! Now if only I could get my workplace to do this.

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While casual dress codes are important to a company, a casual atmosphere is also crucial for encouraging creativity. These six companies take a casual workplace to the next level, and have used a casual approach in the workplace to propel themselves to success.


Do you know any other companies that adopt a casual workplace environment? Would you want to work for any of these companies? If so, which one? Google has definitely got me with those sleeping pods! Leave a comment below and let me know your thoughts.

References

10 Big businesses with incredibly casual offices. (n.d.). Retrieved from Business Insurance Quotes: http://www.businessinsurance.org/10-big-businesses-with-incredibly-casual-offices/


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