As temperatures rise keeping up a professional appearance becomes more challenging particularly when you work in a casual environment. While some companies stay buttoned-up even during the warmer weather others take the idea of casual down to a whole new level with some employees dressed like they’re headed to the beach. When you work in a laid-back office it can be tempting to throw on a T-shirt and a pair of shorts, step into a pair of flip-flops and head for the office. But, if you value your professional reputation don’t do it.

There’s been increased buzz lately about flexible schedules on the heels of Yahoo CEO Marissa Mayer banning work from home arrangements at the tech giant, and other companies including Best Buy following suit.

How's your juggling act? You know, making sure that everything keeps running smoothly. And none of the components of your life end up like an egg when it hits the floor. Whatever you're doing, working for a corporation or running a small business, finding a way to balance the personal and professional parts of your life can be daunting...

Even if you start out the day with plenty of fuel, you may eventually feel that energy slipping away. You can be zipping along just fine, then -- Boom! -- you hit what sports enthusiasts call "the wall." How well you handle your energy budget will determine whether you break through the wall and move on to the rest of your day, or just bounce off and slog through the mental mud

Do you head off to work most days with a smile on your face or do you dread walking into the office? One of the best predictors of being happy at work is whether or not like the people you work with. Chances are if you find your boss overbearing or your colleagues annoying you won't look forward to a day at the office even if you love the work.

I'm sure you've all read the stories about people being fired for doing something dumb with their social media profile. Like the guy who calls the office, too sick to come in, and then posts photos of himself drinking...

Eight ways women can get ahead in the workplace including creating visibility, developing strong communication skills, staying current, how to promote your personal brand and more.

eeking a job and networking are a lot like trying to meet new people at any event. I recently moved to San Diego - knowing only my family and no one else in the areea. It was like...

An opportunity to buy new clothes is one of the best compensations for the end of summer.  After three months of shorts and flip-flops it’s fun to get back to dressing with intent which is what fashion is all about. Now is the time to start thinking about more than function.

There is more to having the right image for personal and business success than just wearing a great fitting pair of pants. Although you should never underestimate the importance of donning the fit, colors and style that flatter you the most, remember also that presence is required

Traveling with children will be a memorable event - the question is "What kind?" Your chances of a lifetime memory you will cherish increase significantly with some advance communication and preparation.

When was the last time you took a weeklong vacation? For many of us, it's been awhile. According to a recent Travel Poll by the Travel Industry Association of America (TIA), day trips and weekend getaways have increased in the last five years...

We've combined sexual harassment and discrimination in one section because sexual harassment is considered a form of sex discrimination. Both practices are illegal under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964.

The following Federal Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Laws prohibit job discrimination. These laws are enforced by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC)...

Sexual harassment is a form of sex discrimination that violates Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) defines sexual harassment as: