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Tight labor market, tight … jeans?

Apr 19, 2018
It’s a tight labor market out there – so in a quest to attract workers, Walmart is trying out something new – allowing workers on the stores’ floors to wear jeans and solid shirts in any color. The new policy is being tested in less than two dozen stores.    Click the audio player above […]

Starbucks' new dress code to allow more personal expression

Jul 26, 2016
Purple hair is now OK at Starbucks.
Starbucks employees can now sport beanies.
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