(Net)Work Hard, Play Hard Dec 08, 2017 career community social life apps coworking spaces ... , which focused on exclusivity and elitism, modern ideas festivals tout collaboration and inclusivity—although critics attest that price and the invite-only nature of some such events still make them exclusive. I've noticed that much of my socializing (50%?) is surrounded by making professional contacts and trying to expand my career. This generally revolves around cocktail hours, professional functions/conferences, and continuing education. I try to make a nice mix of professional and personal ...
School Of (Work)Life Sep 23, 2017 career education social life college company culture friends ... experiencing this distraction in their office. Lately, there’s been a backlash to open offices as they can encourage too much collaboration and socialization, and in turn, constant noise. Employers need to ensure that workers have ample places to go when they need to concentrate and work independently, much like students can in college by retreating to their bedroom or study cubes in the library. Many companies are beginning to prioritize the need for a reprieve from the social atmosphere of the ...
The Gig Is Up Sep 20, 2017 career freelance ... maintain work friendships once a gig is over and everyone is onto the next one, and many gigs are remote and don’t involve IRL interaction. To accommodate these social desires, coworking spaces are continuing to evolve, offering social perks and collaboration opportunities for more independent workers. Professional associations are also stepping in to provide work and social guidance, and as participating in the gig economy becomes more commonplace, social engagement is also being ...
Gen Z State Of Mind Jun 26, 2017 career education family gen z home money social life ... thrive on collaboration, Zs are more confident and comfortable working on their own, which is tied to their focus on achieving personal career success and obtaining the money that comes with it. In this way, Zs’ work style is more aligned with Xers. Zs still work very well with others given that they are highly empathetic (see All The Feels) and respectful, but they prefer to take matters into their own hands. Many companies are still trying to understand and adjust to their Y employees’ habits ...
Gen Z Global Trends Jun 13, 2017 gen z global ... heritage and proximity to textile production has made it a mecca for up-and-coming fashion designers like Buda Malete, who won last year’s Africa Fashion International Young Designer of The Year in 2016. Through his androgynous label, Digital Fabricz, Malete hopes “to effect social change by giving birth to new methods in apparel." Moving forward, brands may be increasingly looking to South Africa for style cues and embarking on more collaborations with its young designers. - SOUTH KOREA: DIGITAL ...
Sport The Look Mar 23, 2017 fashion & beauty retail logos sports ... Frustrated by all the pink apparel options, lifelong sports fan Alyssa Milano created Touch, a branded sports apparel line for women that emphasizes sporty style in cuts that are flattering to females. The range includes collaborations with the MLB, NFL, NBA, NHL, and NASCAR as well as maternity and plus size options.ULT Kills Ultimate Media Ventures recently launched ULT Kills, a fashion line of T-shirts, hoodies, hats and eventually footwear that, in the words of co-founder Nate Eckman, isn’t the ...
Mix Masters Dec 07, 2016 media & entertainment interactive music social media ... through collaboration. As creators themselves, it’s not enough to simply consume entertainment and be done. When they love an entertainment property, they want to be a part of it, and being able to put their own creative touch on the work allows them to do just that. About two-thirds of youth (68% in the U.S. and 64% in the UK) like to put their own stamp on the entertainment they consume. For years, youth have been posting and sharing their own drawings, fan fiction, memes, parodies, and song covers ...
TasteMakers Sep 29, 2016 food & beverage luxury spending coffee dining experiences grocery shopping ... well as baristas who are knowledgeable about banking matters. Capital One has also opened locations with cafés in NYC, Boston, LA, Chicago, and Philadelphia.Car Dealer CafésAutomakers are increasingly transforming car dealerships into lifestyle destinations where people can relax as they grab food and drinks. Cadillac opened Cadillac House, a 12,000-square-foot hub in NYC’s Soho neighborhood which serves as a public meeting space and venue for events and cultural collaborations, as well as a ...
Shopography Sep 16, 2016 community retail brick-and-mortar malls shopping ... possible in traditional retail formats such as malls, high streets, and department stores because they are predicated on reaching the widest swath of consumers possible, and as a result, they fail to connect on an emotional level with their mass audiences. Young people are desperate for retailers to speak to them personally and echo their lifestyles. Side streets, lifestyle boutiques, and retail collaborations survive and thrive—and steal young shoppers from traditional stores—by creating a ...
Brand Mentorships Sep 12, 2016 marketing retail On/Off ... sensibilities. The majority of youth in the U.S. (54%), including 57% of women, and 50% of UK youth would rather see a big brand collaborate with an indie brand than with a designer brand, suggesting that partnerships of the future will look less like designer collaborations and more like Brand Mentorships, where major brands embrace and incubate indies as allies. The designer collaboration frenzy that once captivated consumers is starting to settle into a dull malaise. Young people are finding that ...