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6 years 1 month ago #23509
by Lisa Trosien
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Quick question for everyone: Are you allowing staff to wear jeans? Seeing jeans on apartment staff more and more as I tour around the country. Interested in whether you are allowed to do this. Thanks!
6 years 1 month ago #23509
by Lisa Trosien
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Jacklyn Arnest
6 years 1 month ago #23512
by Jacklyn Arnest
Replied by Jacklyn Arnest on topic Are you allowing staff to wear jeans?
No
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6 years 1 month ago #23513
by Lisa Trosien
Replied by Lisa Trosien on topic Are you allowing staff to wear jeans?
it's everywhere. Luxury, tax credit, B class. Everywhere.
6 years 1 month ago #23513
by Lisa Trosien
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Jacklyn Arnest
6 years 1 month ago #23514
by Jacklyn Arnest
Replied by Jacklyn Arnest on topic Are you allowing staff to wear jeans?
I haven’t seen it uniformed and look professional outside of urban or branded dress codes. I would love to see policies or hear more about companies that have success with keeping a professional appearance while encouraging a more relaxed dress code.
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6 years 1 month ago #23515
by Lisa Trosien
Replied by Lisa Trosien on topic Are you allowing staff to wear jeans?
Lori Snider's company has a jeans and jacket dress code. Plus, it's really getting to be everywhere. Nicer jeans, not distressed.
6 years 1 month ago #23515
by Lisa Trosien
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Jennifer Lea Yoneoka
6 years 1 month ago #23516
by Jennifer Lea Yoneoka
Replied by Jennifer Lea Yoneoka on topic Are you allowing staff to wear jeans?
Every day, I love it. LIHTC
Deena Smith
6 years 1 month ago #23517
by Deena Smith
Replied by Deena Smith on topic Are you allowing staff to wear jeans?
Yes!
Alexis Gomez
6 years 1 month ago #23518
by Alexis Gomez
Replied by Alexis Gomez on topic Are you allowing staff to wear jeans?
Yes.
Brenda Andrews Sherrill
6 years 1 month ago #23519
by Brenda Andrews Sherrill
Replied by Brenda Andrews Sherrill on topic Are you allowing staff to wear jeans?
No.
Nallely Valdez
6 years 1 month ago #23520
by Nallely Valdez
Replied by Nallely Valdez on topic Are you allowing staff to wear jeans?
More companies are doing casual Fridays
Teresa Swift
6 years 1 month ago #23521
by Teresa Swift
Replied by Teresa Swift on topic Are you allowing staff to wear jeans?
Yes, everyday
Chad Christian
6 years 1 month ago #23522
by Chad Christian
Replied by Chad Christian on topic Are you allowing staff to wear jeans?
Friday’s and weekends across the board yes. Some regions (seattle) jeans are more common due to the individual market.
Anonymous
6 years 1 month ago #23523
by Anonymous
Replied by Anonymous on topic Are you allowing staff to wear jeans?
No way José
Mariyah Waits
6 years 1 month ago #23524
by Mariyah Waits
Replied by Mariyah Waits on topic Are you allowing staff to wear jeans?
We allow colored jeans and leggings, dressed up. Friday’s are Jean days! I do student housing so it makes sense
Larry Berry
6 years 1 month ago #23525
by Larry Berry
Replied by Larry Berry on topic Are you allowing staff to wear jeans?
Nice looking kakies yes, jeans no. Dress for success.
Kahale Taysir
6 years 1 month ago #23526
by Kahale Taysir
Replied by Kahale Taysir on topic Are you allowing staff to wear jeans?
My $300 jeans are success
Anonymous
6 years 1 month ago #23527
by Anonymous
Replied by Anonymous on topic Are you allowing staff to wear jeans?
Nope....
Monica Miller
6 years 1 month ago #23528
by Monica Miller
Replied by Monica Miller on topic Are you allowing staff to wear jeans?
Yes...depending on the market.
Lisa Gedmin
6 years 1 month ago #23529
by Lisa Gedmin
Replied by Lisa Gedmin on topic Are you allowing staff to wear jeans?
I am seeing jeans more and more at the regional and executive level as well. The last few meetings I have been over dressed.
Chad Christian
6 years 1 month ago #23530
by Chad Christian
Replied by Chad Christian on topic Are you allowing staff to wear jeans?
Yes. Same here. Especially in my area
Maureen Reyer-Morley
6 years 1 month ago #23531
by Maureen Reyer-Morley
Replied by Maureen Reyer-Morley on topic Are you allowing staff to wear jeans?
I am too old school to be ok with it. We have a dress code with branded company colors and we pay 900 per year toward career standardized apparel. I just can’t do jeans...
Megan Fraction
6 years 1 month ago #23532
by Megan Fraction
Replied by Megan Fraction on topic Are you allowing staff to wear jeans?
Yes, at this point Friday’s only.
Lisa Rodriquez Spaulding
6 years 1 month ago #23533
by Lisa Rodriquez Spaulding
Replied by Lisa Rodriquez Spaulding on topic Are you allowing staff to wear jeans?
Yes Friday and the weekend...
Christopher Koback
6 years 1 month ago #23534
by Christopher Koback
Replied by Christopher Koback on topic Are you allowing staff to wear jeans?
It’s nice to get dressed but it’s a bit overrated at times. Even luxury is jeans and a jacket these days
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6 years 1 month ago #23535
by Lisa Trosien
Replied by Lisa Trosien on topic Are you allowing staff to wear jeans?
That's what I am seeing now, Christopher.
6 years 1 month ago #23535
by Lisa Trosien
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Christopher Koback
6 years 1 month ago #23537
by Christopher Koback
Replied by Christopher Koback on topic Are you allowing staff to wear jeans?
Lisa Trosien I think the younger generation is less concerned with “dress code” and more about level of comfort.
Shelby E. Arnold
6 years 1 month ago #23538
by Shelby E. Arnold
Replied by Shelby E. Arnold on topic Are you allowing staff to wear jeans?
we were recently discussing this
Karen Goodrich Bair
6 years 1 month ago #23539
by Karen Goodrich Bair
Replied by Karen Goodrich Bair on topic Are you allowing staff to wear jeans?
Friday and weekends.... One property I managed, we wore jeans.. I think it makes the prospects more comfortable. We are dressed the same way they usually come in, and it is less intimidating
Brandy Turner
6 years 1 month ago #23541
by Brandy Turner
Replied by Brandy Turner on topic Are you allowing staff to wear jeans?
I run 2 properties, one I'm the only office staff with 1 maintenance person the other I have an assistant with 1 full time and 1 part time maintenance, Jean's are fine as long as they are dressed up in my opinion because you never know when you'll need to jump in to help maintenance with something and we are an all in it to win it team (subsidy properties)
David Carchidi
6 years 1 month ago #23542
by David Carchidi
Replied by David Carchidi on topic Are you allowing staff to wear jeans?
Casual attire breeds casual attitude!
Karen Goodrich Bair
6 years 1 month ago #23543
by Karen Goodrich Bair
Replied by Karen Goodrich Bair on topic Are you allowing staff to wear jeans?
Bologna
Jeri Odom Hampton
6 years 1 month ago #23544
by Jeri Odom Hampton
Replied by Jeri Odom Hampton on topic Are you allowing staff to wear jeans?
I don’t agree at all. I feel like you should dress for your community and clients and residents. I’ve managed properties where we were allowed to dressy jeans and uniform shirts and khaki shorts in summer. I feel like we must be professional AND relatable.
Estrella Santi
6 years 1 month ago #23545
by Estrella Santi
Replied by Estrella Santi on topic Are you allowing staff to wear jeans?
I wish
Kathy Terry
6 years 1 month ago #23546
by Kathy Terry
Replied by Kathy Terry on topic Are you allowing staff to wear jeans?
No
Ruby Yvette
6 years 1 month ago #23547
by Ruby Yvette
Replied by Ruby Yvette on topic Are you allowing staff to wear jeans?
Only on Fridays
Brian Lauro
6 years 1 month ago #23548
by Brian Lauro
Replied by Brian Lauro on topic Are you allowing staff to wear jeans?
Never have.
Chris Franz
6 years 1 month ago #23549
by Chris Franz
Replied by Chris Franz on topic Are you allowing staff to wear jeans?
Friday only for office staff
Colin R. Ferguson
6 years 1 month ago #23550
by Colin R. Ferguson
Replied by Colin R. Ferguson on topic Are you allowing staff to wear jeans?
I'd base it on the site profile. Seniors? No. High end? No. College? Young professional. B, C, D? Sure
Ruby Yvette
6 years 1 month ago #23551
by Ruby Yvette
Replied by Ruby Yvette on topic Are you allowing staff to wear jeans?
I agree, your demographic should be considered. Our residents are very laid back and it makes prospects and residents more comfortable to see the staff in laid back attire.
Sarah Mitchell
6 years 1 month ago #23552
by Sarah Mitchell
Replied by Sarah Mitchell on topic Are you allowing staff to wear jeans?
Yes; on Fridays and weekends - HOWEVER, I still wear my pearls
Laura Reardon
6 years 1 month ago #23553
by Laura Reardon
Replied by Laura Reardon on topic Are you allowing staff to wear jeans?
Not professional
Kathi Blatz
6 years 1 month ago #23554
by Kathi Blatz
Replied by Kathi Blatz on topic Are you allowing staff to wear jeans?
I wear jeans almost every day..but i dress it up for showings (sweater , jewelry etc). Last time I dressed up my boss thought I had a job interview. I think as long as it looks nice you should! No ripped jeans or baggy sweatshirts. 90% of my tenants and or applicants come in jeans OR scrubs anyway (or work uniform) besides, we are an office of 3 and I do everything from leasings to billing and deposits soooo
Amanda Smith Buyalos
6 years 1 month ago #23555
by Amanda Smith Buyalos
Replied by Amanda Smith Buyalos on topic Are you allowing staff to wear jeans?
Only on Fridays and they have to be nice jeans, no frays or holes. And have to be paired with professional tops/sweaters and shoes. If our board officers are in town for a meeting we don't allow jeans that Friday.
Marcia Armstrong
6 years 1 month ago #23556
by Marcia Armstrong
Replied by Marcia Armstrong on topic Are you allowing staff to wear jeans?
Yes. Dressed up. Dark jeans, and blazers. The Teams look great.
Eric Brown
6 years 1 month ago #23557
by Eric Brown
Replied by Eric Brown on topic Are you allowing staff to wear jeans?
Jeans Everyday, Shorts and FlipFlops in the Summer, and we fetch north of $3Bucks a SF, and rent 35-40 Apartments a Month at a centralized Leasing Center for 25Properties / 800Units
Lori Guerrero
6 years 1 month ago #23558
by Lori Guerrero
Replied by Lori Guerrero on topic Are you allowing staff to wear jeans?
We have “Casual Friday” and a not real strict dress code and just about every prospective resident that comes in our office says how much more approachable we are compared to other communities where blazers, ties, heels & skirts are required. They say we don’t look down our noses at them and make them feel inferior. I feel that making a prospective comfortable is the most important first impression that one can give.
Rikki McDaniel
6 years 1 month ago #23559
by Rikki McDaniel
Replied by Rikki McDaniel on topic Are you allowing staff to wear jeans?
Yes, however I only wear jeans on Friday. I am student housing.
Chelsea Alise
6 years 1 month ago #23560
by Chelsea Alise
Replied by Chelsea Alise on topic Are you allowing staff to wear jeans?
We can wear nice jeans on fridays
Virginia Kennedy
6 years 1 month ago #23561
by Virginia Kennedy
Replied by Virginia Kennedy on topic Are you allowing staff to wear jeans?
We don't, but it doesn't mean some of them aren't doing it.
Kristi Lacey
6 years 1 month ago #23562
by Kristi Lacey
Replied by Kristi Lacey on topic Are you allowing staff to wear jeans?
Casual Friday’s, or for a donation to St. Jude occasionally...!
Susan Arnold
6 years 1 month ago #23563
by Susan Arnold
Replied by Susan Arnold on topic Are you allowing staff to wear jeans?
No against company policy
Kahale Taysir
6 years 1 month ago #23564
by Kahale Taysir
Replied by Kahale Taysir on topic Are you allowing staff to wear jeans?
Company policies change when the people change them 
Lori Stone Volpentesta
6 years 1 month ago #23565
by Lori Stone Volpentesta
Replied by Lori Stone Volpentesta on topic Are you allowing staff to wear jeans?
I’m not sure about the jeans thing....not professional but the world is a different place nowadays.
Pam Shelton
6 years 1 month ago #23566
by Pam Shelton
Replied by Pam Shelton on topic Are you allowing staff to wear jeans?
No jeans on communities! We still adhere to company uniform colors of red, black, tan, grey and white. Corporate Office employees are allow to wear jeans on Fridays. We feel strongly that the pride you take in your appearance reflects the pride you display in all you do. Of course, look at My partner, Tom Shelton. He’s known in the industry as always looking well dressed. People treat people differently by the way they are dressed- not saying it’s right but it’s a fact.
Marilyn Thompson
6 years 1 month ago #23567
by Marilyn Thompson
Replied by Marilyn Thompson on topic Are you allowing staff to wear jeans?
We wear Jean's o Friday but they must be professional in appearance. I believe its important to dress for the property you manage.
Robin Harris-Longnecker
6 years 1 month ago #23568
by Robin Harris-Longnecker
Replied by Robin Harris-Longnecker on topic Are you allowing staff to wear jeans?
Nope. I think professional wear is important at communities unless you are a beach/resort style community and then shorts, polos and tennis shoes are permitted.
Kristen Schultz Stansall
6 years 1 month ago #23569
by Kristen Schultz Stansall
Replied by Kristen Schultz Stansall on topic Are you allowing staff to wear jeans?
We only wear Jean's! Dark, straight professional! Always with a blazer.
Laurie Ann
6 years 1 month ago #23570
by Laurie Ann
Replied by Laurie Ann on topic Are you allowing staff to wear jeans?
No jeans permitted generally unless we have an off site meeting or maybe rodeo week....
Kimberly June Taylor
6 years 1 month ago #23571
by Kimberly June Taylor
Replied by Kimberly June Taylor on topic Are you allowing staff to wear jeans?
No jeans. We are a professional management company and we are professionals. We must portray that to our clients... every day.
Beth Burch Stolts
6 years 1 month ago #23572
by Beth Burch Stolts
Replied by Beth Burch Stolts on topic Are you allowing staff to wear jeans?
No, unless there is a special reason, such as supporting a local sports team or something along that nature. Even then, they must dress professionally
Laura Leigh Levy
6 years 1 month ago #23573
by Laura Leigh Levy
Replied by Laura Leigh Levy on topic Are you allowing staff to wear jeans?
Student housing here: I can wear jeans everyday. I usually dress them up but not always. My demographic - casual is leggings and a t-shirt... Dressed up is jeans... Dresses and business casual is seen as really dressed up to my residents... I never want to come off as someone they can't come talk to. I've noticed more kids come in and ask me about things or tell me about things when I don't look like I belong in a corporate office
Anonymous
6 years 1 month ago #23574
by Anonymous
Replied by Anonymous on topic Are you allowing staff to wear jeans?
Jeans on Friday and Saturday. No holes in them or frayed at the ankles.
Charlotte Garris Wilson
6 years 1 month ago #23575
by Charlotte Garris Wilson
Replied by Charlotte Garris Wilson on topic Are you allowing staff to wear jeans?
It should be based on your demographics. However, in my experience we have only had dress down days for fundraisers or school team support ETC
Rachel Lynette Payton
6 years 1 month ago #23576
by Rachel Lynette Payton
Replied by Rachel Lynette Payton on topic Are you allowing staff to wear jeans?
I think it should depend on the property. Like metro high rises, probably not.
Dee Schindler VanBilliard
6 years 1 month ago #23577
by Dee Schindler VanBilliard
Replied by Dee Schindler VanBilliard on topic Are you allowing staff to wear jeans?
No we have pretty strict but very professional uniforms at Alliance
Dana Jiles
6 years 1 month ago #23578
by Dana Jiles
Replied by Dana Jiles on topic Are you allowing staff to wear jeans?
Dark jeans on Friday, but have to still look professional. Blazer and heels. Looks great!
Sharon Hall Ruttenbur
6 years 1 month ago #23579
by Sharon Hall Ruttenbur
Replied by Sharon Hall Ruttenbur on topic Are you allowing staff to wear jeans?
Yes, we are calling it 'smart casual' keeping the jean look very stylish. We used to be a suit everyday company so it's refreshing.
Laura Leigh Levy
6 years 1 month ago #23580
by Laura Leigh Levy
Replied by Laura Leigh Levy on topic Are you allowing staff to wear jeans?
Love this! And some females can really dress up jeans! I feel like it makes one more approachable. And if you're comfortable in what you're wearing, you'll be more confident in your tours!
Taviare Conner
6 years 1 month ago #23581
by Taviare Conner
Replied by Taviare Conner on topic Are you allowing staff to wear jeans?
Our company allows it on Friday's along with jerseys in support of local Pro teams
Megan Fraction
6 years 1 month ago #23582
by Megan Fraction
Replied by Megan Fraction on topic Are you allowing staff to wear jeans?
In my opinion, times are changing. I have been in this business for over 20 years and if you asked me this question back when I started it would have been an absolute no! Today, I think we have to adapt and adjust and will start to see major companies making less strict policies about jeans which has for the most part always been a big NO NO in this industry.
Diana Pittro
6 years 1 month ago #23583
by Diana Pittro
Replied by Diana Pittro on topic Are you allowing staff to wear jeans?
We have a business wardrobe we provide
Sylvia Walker
6 years 1 month ago #23584
by Sylvia Walker
Replied by Sylvia Walker on topic Are you allowing staff to wear jeans?
Whatever your standards are, keep them. Just because some sites don’t care, doesn’t mean you don’t have too. I think the staff should stand out and look professional. Just my opinion!
Anonymous
6 years 1 month ago #23585
by Anonymous
Replied by Anonymous on topic Are you allowing staff to wear jeans?
Jeans are fine and I wear them all the time . Too many of my nice clothes were being ruined and we don’t have a clothing allowance. If we did I would wear whatever they want me to. When I go to court I dress up. We also are in an area where flip flops to a high end restaurant, theater isn’t that uncommon.
Pam Shelton
6 years 1 month ago #23586
by Pam Shelton
Replied by Pam Shelton on topic Are you allowing staff to wear jeans?
Don’t agree with wearing jeans based on community- I would rather dress as if I was managing the Ritz even at The Motel 6. The visitors at both places deserve to see me at my best!
Clay Short
6 years 1 month ago #23587
by Clay Short
Replied by Clay Short on topic Are you allowing staff to wear jeans?
Agree! Current pricing means leases equate to high dollar contractual agreements. In what industry are jeans allowed when negotiating high dollar agreements? Cattle buying comes to mind
Laura Leigh Levy
6 years 1 month ago #23588
by Laura Leigh Levy
Replied by Laura Leigh Levy on topic Are you allowing staff to wear jeans?
You've got a point but I've seen females dress in jeans and look better than females in business casual... I feel like sometimes people aren't able to afford a whole new wardrobe for their job, so they wear the same few pieces every day - wear out the clothes and they look raggedy.
Renee Benson Sellers
6 years 1 month ago #23589
by Renee Benson Sellers
Replied by Renee Benson Sellers on topic Are you allowing staff to wear jeans?
I took notice in one of your speeches a couple of years back where you acknowledged changes in our industry. We use to throw our noses up at the girl with the purple streak in her hair, now she can be the top leader. Even at 50+I got rose gold in my hair last year. I kept it professional but I went outside my comfort zone and loved it. I think Jeans can be the same way. I believe it is how you carry yourself in those jeans that counts. Unfortunately I have seen it work and fail.
Michelle Cornelison-Cruz
6 years 1 month ago #23590
by Michelle Cornelison-Cruz
Replied by Michelle Cornelison-Cruz on topic Are you allowing staff to wear jeans?
Nope. Never. We're doing a Learning Roadshow right now so for that roadtrip theme we let them wear Jean's to class. That was a first. Never in the office tho
Nancy Harper Casteel
6 years 1 month ago #23591
by Nancy Harper Casteel
Replied by Nancy Harper Casteel on topic Are you allowing staff to wear jeans?
No, maybe on special occasions-but business professional is required on most days.
Carmen M. Franchino
6 years 1 month ago #23592
by Carmen M. Franchino
Replied by Carmen M. Franchino on topic Are you allowing staff to wear jeans?
No jeans!
Lisa J Thomsen
6 years 1 month ago #23593
by Lisa J Thomsen
Replied by Lisa J Thomsen on topic Are you allowing staff to wear jeans?
Friday’s and weekends, yes.
Erik McKinster
6 years 1 month ago #23594
by Erik McKinster
Replied by Erik McKinster on topic Are you allowing staff to wear jeans?
That’s me... I’m the staff, lol, and my uniform is jeans, a long sleeve button down shirt, cowboy boots and hat.
Michelle Bevan Fox
6 years 1 month ago #23595
by Michelle Bevan Fox
Replied by Michelle Bevan Fox on topic Are you allowing staff to wear jeans?
We do jeans Friday at all sites however, you can only where jeans if you pay $5 and then each month we have a charity that we pick and all money is given to them
Suzanne Johnson Pavlik
6 years 1 month ago #23596
by Suzanne Johnson Pavlik
Replied by Suzanne Johnson Pavlik on topic Are you allowing staff to wear jeans?
Nope never not gonna happen!
Heather Everett King
6 years 1 month ago #23597
by Heather Everett King
Replied by Heather Everett King on topic Are you allowing staff to wear jeans?
No way! Business attire!
Amy Hawes Lassers
6 years 1 month ago #23598
by Amy Hawes Lassers
Replied by Amy Hawes Lassers on topic Are you allowing staff to wear jeans?
We don't allow jeans, but I have a great story about how wearing jeans allowed one of our leasing agents to be more relatable to the clients, and actually helped him get more leases. Lisa- Pm me if you wanna hear the story.
6 years 1 month ago #23599
by Chris Peterson
Replied by Chris Peterson on topic Are you allowing staff to wear jeans?
Our staff wears jeans 90% of the time. We are a very small housing authority in a mountain town, in our area jeans are appropriate as "causal office attire." The staff also ends up on "emergency" calls where jeans are far more appropriate than slacks.
6 years 1 month ago #23599
by Chris Peterson
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Sarah Trefz Watson
6 years 1 month ago #23600
by Sarah Trefz Watson
Replied by Sarah Trefz Watson on topic Are you allowing staff to wear jeans?
Jeans , a polo, and tennis shoes are my work uniform. Running a HUD property rarely allows for "nice" clothes.
Valerie Vincent
6 years 1 month ago #23601
by Valerie Vincent
Replied by Valerie Vincent on topic Are you allowing staff to wear jeans?
If in Texas... sure! And boat shorts in resort areas and if it enhances the customer experience, it should be considered. #think
Becky Mandel Currie
6 years 1 month ago #23602
by Becky Mandel Currie
Replied by Becky Mandel Currie on topic Are you allowing staff to wear jeans?
I see it too! Almost every property I shop lately!
Lydia Robertson
6 years 1 month ago #23603
by Lydia Robertson
Replied by Lydia Robertson on topic Are you allowing staff to wear jeans?
No way. Need to present a professional look regardless of building grade or market. It sets you apart. We do football friday where they can but that is an exception.
Elayna Mcgee
6 years 1 month ago #23604
by Elayna Mcgee
Replied by Elayna Mcgee on topic Are you allowing staff to wear jeans?
Yes- casual Friday’s give the staff a fun relaxed feeling when getting ready. Great customer service is always great no matter the attire!
Peggy Lannery Crowley
6 years 1 month ago #23605
by Peggy Lannery Crowley
Replied by Peggy Lannery Crowley on topic Are you allowing staff to wear jeans?
Never yet.
Deidre McDonough Brown
6 years 1 month ago #23606
by Deidre McDonough Brown
Replied by Deidre McDonough Brown on topic Are you allowing staff to wear jeans?
Only our maintenance staff
Keisha Hampton
6 years 1 month ago #23607
by Keisha Hampton
Replied by Keisha Hampton on topic Are you allowing staff to wear jeans?
Only on Fridays or during cleaning up building, units or organizing
Suzanne Gillon Comer
6 years 1 month ago #23608
by Suzanne Gillon Comer
Replied by Suzanne Gillon Comer on topic Are you allowing staff to wear jeans?
We started wearing jeans daily at the association, this year. I kept seeing more and more properties wearing jeans so we fell into the same dress.
Kathy Smith
6 years 1 month ago #23609
by Kathy Smith
Replied by Kathy Smith on topic Are you allowing staff to wear jeans?
Only on fridays but with a company shirt and no sneakers.
Shelly Griggs
6 years 1 month ago #23610
by Shelly Griggs
Replied by Shelly Griggs on topic Are you allowing staff to wear jeans?
We allow dark jeans with a blouse, heels and a blazer, on Friday only. We do this at all sites no matter the demographic. The team loves it and it has not deterred leasing (we just changed to jeans on Friday a year ago, so I can compare both to all of our sites).
Cecilia Coy
6 years 1 month ago #23611
by Cecilia Coy
Replied by Cecilia Coy on topic Are you allowing staff to wear jeans?
No jeans. This is business. I've seen some people looking like they just roll out of bed sometimes.. not a good look.
Aaron Lewis
6 years 1 month ago #23612
by Aaron Lewis
Replied by Aaron Lewis on topic Are you allowing staff to wear jeans?
We do not currently! I always feel that “never” is a scary way to respond to new ideas.
Eyvonne Carriker
6 years 1 month ago #23613
by Eyvonne Carriker
Replied by Eyvonne Carriker on topic Are you allowing staff to wear jeans?
After 37 years in Property Management I found that most prospects come in, in casual wear. They are nervous about making a decision on where to live. When they see the staff in business casual they become relaxed and are more open to our presentation. Not only is the staff comfortable the prospect is as well. You are offering a home for them to live in, so make it an easy decision.
Joy Arsham Anzalone
6 years 1 month ago #23614
by Joy Arsham Anzalone
Replied by Joy Arsham Anzalone on topic Are you allowing staff to wear jeans?
Just like this trail has so many different interpretations of the question , my experience - which does not make it right or expert - is that when you give people parameters or allow their “ good taste “ you get some that nail it and others that don’t but thought they did. Then you have to nicely address it but someone else could have almost the same thing on but somehow it looks much different or better. This subject is a constant source of frustration for both management and associates.
Rose Gallifrey
6 years 1 month ago #23615
by Rose Gallifrey
Replied by Rose Gallifrey on topic Are you allowing staff to wear jeans?
We are allowed to wear jeans, and honestly I am gad as I used to ruin so many slacks being on maintenance calls and out on the property.. I find that my applicants don't care if I am in jeans or slacks, they only care how a person tours them and connects with them..
I let my Maintenance Crew decide if they wanted a uniform.. they actually chose Black Carhart overalls as there are tons of pockets and they are rugged... making their normal clothes last longer.
I let my Maintenance Crew decide if they wanted a uniform.. they actually chose Black Carhart overalls as there are tons of pockets and they are rugged... making their normal clothes last longer.
Stacey Lee Kelly
6 years 1 month ago #23616
by Stacey Lee Kelly
Replied by Stacey Lee Kelly on topic Are you allowing staff to wear jeans?
Friday’s only
Esmeralda Moreno
6 years 1 month ago #23617
by Esmeralda Moreno
Replied by Esmeralda Moreno on topic Are you allowing staff to wear jeans?
No- we’re not. Owner thinks denim in her office is tacky
Jane Nicholson-Gates
6 years 1 month ago #23618
by Jane Nicholson-Gates
Replied by Jane Nicholson-Gates on topic Are you allowing staff to wear jeans?
We do on Friday...but our property is not a class A property...
Amber Krayenhagen
6 years 1 month ago #23619
by Amber Krayenhagen
Replied by Amber Krayenhagen on topic Are you allowing staff to wear jeans?
Casual Friday every Friday!
Jana Davies
6 years 1 month ago #23620
by Jana Davies
Replied by Jana Davies on topic Are you allowing staff to wear jeans?
Friday is jean day with a blazer or cardigan is perfectly fine and more professional than some workers “business” wear!
Monica Fincham
6 years 1 month ago #23621
by Monica Fincham
Replied by Monica Fincham on topic Are you allowing staff to wear jeans?
Yes any day but with a nice top. We work with students, so I find dressing up can come across to formal.
Marci French
6 years 1 month ago #23622
by Marci French
Replied by Marci French on topic Are you allowing staff to wear jeans?
No, we used to, but the boundaries were pushed too far. Folks started looking like they were at the club / bar.
Allison Monroe Moledo
6 years 1 month ago #23623
by Allison Monroe Moledo
Replied by Allison Monroe Moledo on topic Are you allowing staff to wear jeans?
No jeans at Windsor Communities. ❌
Lidia Velici
6 years 1 month ago #23624
by Lidia Velici
Replied by Lidia Velici on topic Are you allowing staff to wear jeans?
Friday only with a business top or company logo polo shirts.
Melissa Willis Winford
6 years 1 month ago #23625
by Melissa Willis Winford
Replied by Melissa Willis Winford on topic Are you allowing staff to wear jeans?
Only on fridays
Kerry Johnson-Egelston
6 years 1 month ago #23626
by Kerry Johnson-Egelston
Replied by Kerry Johnson-Egelston on topic Are you allowing staff to wear jeans?
No at Griffis Blessing
Crystal Theis
6 years 1 month ago #23627
by Crystal Theis
Replied by Crystal Theis on topic Are you allowing staff to wear jeans?
I still, as a child of the 80s, don’t see what a cheap business suit does, other than make you look cheap. Wear what you are comfortable in and do what you are good at. Everyone else can sit in their closets and worry.
6 years 1 month ago #23773
by Lauren
Replied by Lauren on topic Are you allowing staff to wear jeans?
I allow blue jeans on Fridays and a color or black jeans with a a dressier shirt M-R, Saturday.
Trendy resonates better with our younger professional renter demographic.
Trendy resonates better with our younger professional renter demographic.
Anonymous
6 years 1 month ago #23775
by Anonymous
Replied by Anonymous on topic Are you allowing staff to wear jeans?
We allow it at our Class A and B properties.
Carol Wilson
6 years 1 month ago #23778
by Carol Wilson
Replied by Carol Wilson on topic Are you allowing staff to wear jeans?
Absolutely not. I think staff should look professional at all times.
KM
6 years 1 month ago #23779
by KM
Replied by KM on topic Are you allowing staff to wear jeans?
Yes! As long as they are professional (ie not ripped and clean) it is acceptable.
Gabrielle Gonzalez
6 years 1 month ago #23780
by Gabrielle Gonzalez
Replied by Gabrielle Gonzalez on topic Are you allowing staff to wear jeans?
No- But I am not opposed to a professional and branded look that could include jeans. The key points in my mind are to ensure that our leasing teams are easily identifiable by prospects and Residents. Additionally, that their appearance is polished and well put together to instill a reasonable level of confidence in their credibility to advise prospects/Residents about deeply personal matters like finding a home.
Anonymous
6 years 1 month ago #23781
by Anonymous
Replied by Anonymous on topic Are you allowing staff to wear jeans?
Yes. I don't see a problem with wearing jeans to work. It doesn't hinder leasing or resident retention at all. There are a ton of nice outfits that look great with jeans.
6 years 1 month ago #23811
by Karen Mallinger
Replied by Karen Mallinger on topic Are you allowing staff to wear jeans?
We don't. I think you really need to consider what you're selling, and to whom when you consider the dress code. I don't think casual is a bad thing, I just don't believe it fits everywhere.
6 years 1 month ago #23811
by Karen Mallinger
Reply to Karen Mallinger
Sheri Nash
6 years 1 month ago #23837
by Sheri Nash
Replied by Sheri Nash on topic Are you allowing staff to wear jeans?
We allowed our managers to “Pay Their Way To Casual Friday” charging them $10. Per week or $30. Per month to wear jeans, (dark, not distressed) on Friday’s. It was a great fundraiser for our Relay For Life Team and 100% of the proceeds were donated to The American Cancer Society. It turned out to be one of our best fundraisers!!