Team Building Tips

Maintaining a happy, productive workforce in a slow economy can be tough. Employees are nervous about their future and are looking for reassurance and job security. And with businesses cutting employee perks and benefits in an effort to save money, it's become increasingly harder to give employees that comfortable feeling they're looking for. An inexpensive perk many companies may have overlooked is Casual Fridays.

Popularized in the '90s, Casual Fridays have been shown to improve employee morale and increase productivity, all at little or no cost to employers. Not only can a casual dress policy help keep current employees happy, but it can also make a good impression on job candidates. In a recent survey, 81% of employees perceived corporate casual dress as a benefit, and 46% reported that if they were offered two equal positions, the employer offering casual days every day would get preference.

Help attract potential employees and keep current employees happy with corporate casual apparel employees will love to wear:
Polo shirts - a traditional casual look, polos can be tailored to your company with women's styles or eco-friendly fabricationsSweaters and cardigans - a great option for any season, try a men's pullover sweater or women's cardigan for a professional look with a casual feelWoven shirts - pair a custom camp shirt or patterned dress shirt with a great pair of jeans for a stylish look for work or play

Make sure you have a casual bag option to complement your dressed down business apparel. A sporty messenger bag or nylon computer tote help you express your personal style while staying work appropriate.

Staples Promotional Products has a wide selection of corporate casual apparel and bags to fit your company image and personal style. Visit http://www.StaplesPromotionalProducts.com/apparel to view our wide selection of stylish apparel items available for customization online.