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Don’t Forget Boss’s Day

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October 16th is Boss’s Day so make sure to mark it on your calendars! The holiday began as a day to improve the relationship between employees and supervisors because sometimes employees do not realize the challenges bosses face in running a business. Just like it’s essential for bosses to recognize their employees, it’s equally important that hard-working bosses get the same acknowledgment.

Your boss appreciates positive recognition as much as anyone else, but what should you do for them? Some companies throw a party to celebrate their bosses, supervisors, and managers. If a party is not in the budget (or there’s no time in the schedule) a simple gift or “hey, great work” to your boss will work. Celebrating Boss’s Day depends on the size and culture of your office but you can’t go wrong by keeping the gesture honest, fun, and simple. A very popular way to say “thanks” is to send your boss a nice note or card to thank them for their support during the year. This can be an individual note or a card signed by the entire team. Whatever you decide to do, have fun and get creative!

Have you learned a lot at your current job? Do you feel excited to come to work every day? If so then you most likely have an awesome boss! Check out our Facebook page for more ways to celebrate Boss’s Day.

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It’s Customer Service Week

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What makes a company successful?

Right now you’re probably making a quick list in your head…

  • A hard-working team.
  • Quality products and services.
  • A strong business model.

But do you know what really makes a company successful?

Strong customer service!

The second week of October is National Customer Service Week and we know it’s important to celebrate our customer service representatives and the vital role they play within the company. Clients and customers are the sole reason your company is in business, so of course it’s important to keep them happy (within reason of course)!

Showing your support for those who handle customer requests can help your business in many ways, one of the strongest being a boost of employee morale. It’s amazing how much the energy of a team can increase motivation and business success. If you let your customer service team know how much you appreciate their hard work, you’re giving them a crucial boost of self-esteem.

Not only will you give your team the boost they need, you’ll also be raising company awareness of the importance of customer service. Remember, your customers are the entire reason you’re there, so it’s important to make sure that everyone knows how important they are. This could be anything from proper phone etiquette to a smile every time you interact with a customer.

How will you celebrate customer service week? Tell us on our Facebook page!

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Why Have A Company Dress Code?

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Almost all businesses have a company dress code. Employees anywhere from fast food to corporate executives have some sort of code to follow, some relaxed and some strict. Why is that?

As uniform people, we of course are in favor of a company dress code. Here are the main reasons we believe in company dress codes:

A Uniformed Look 
As the image experts, we can go on and on about the benefits of a uniformed look, but we think that it speaks for itself! Sporting your company’s brand colors and logo is a great way to leave a first impression and build up a professional image.

Avoid The Uncomfortable 
Everyone has a different definition of what is comfortable. If a company allows employees to wear whatever they want, there will come a time when someone will wear something offensive to another employee. Instead of waiting for that to happen, nip it in the bud with guidelines.

Safety
In some work environments, a dress code is put into place to keep employees safe. You don’t want to wear loose clothing around heavy machinery, just like you don’t want to show exposed skin when working with chemicals or tools.

Dress codes can be tricky, but one way to solve the problem is to have company uniforms. Now, we know that a lot of employees feel restricted when they have to wear uniforms, but with Service Uniform the feeling is different. Our image experts will work with your employees to find the right fit and image. Our quality uniforms are made with the most comfortable, durable fabrics that are not only comfortable but stylish. Plus, the new professional image will give your employees the morale boost they didn’t know they needed.

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Chip Turns Nine Years Old!

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Happy Birthday Chip!

Our favorite little guy turns nine years old this month and we had a party to celebrate.

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Chip is our energetic little mascot who loves to tell everyone about our unique Blue Chip System®. Our Blue Chip System® is the most accurate and advanced tracking system in the industry.  We are the only company in the region to use RFID technology to ensure that garments are placed in the perfect route, account, and wearer order.

Want to wish Chip a happy birthday? Give him a shout-out on our Facebook page!

 

It’s Back to School Season

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It’s back to school season and although we know that all of you are well past your grade school days, everyone can still feel the excitement of fall in the air. New wardrobes symbolize the start of the school year, but new clothes aren’t always the latest outfits found at the mall. Many schools both private and public are adopting uniform dress codes for the student body.

According to the Institute of Education Sciences, between the 2003-04 and 2011-12 school years, the percentage of public schools reporting that they required that students wear uniforms increased from 13 to 19 percent.

According to the website Statistic Brain, 23 percent of all public and private schools have a uniform policy.

The number is rising and we know why! There are many great benefits to uniforms, both for students and for adults in the workforce. Uniforms create a sense of unity, pride, and confidence. It’s been proven that uniforms can enhance the workplace, so imagine what they can do for schools!

Do you remember what it was like to walk into school on the first day of classes? If you want to get that feeling again, contact Service Uniform today and we’ll set you up with the right uniform rental program for your business.

August is Water Quality Month

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Water conservation is a big priority for businesses here in Texas, and we’re aware of our impact on the surrounding environment. August is National Water Quality Month and we wanted to let all of our customers know that as part of our responsibility to the local community, we do what we can to protect the local environment. However, protecting the environment is not just up to businesses, it’s up to you too!

American households waste a shocking amount of water every year, and household pollution is one of the main causes. Clean Water Action is an organization that offers a succinct but thorough factsheet on what individuals and families can do to prevent water pollution from spilling out of their homes, including:

  • Not using antibacterial soaps or cleaning products
  • Not flushing unwanted or out-of-date medications down the toilet or drain
  • Not putting anything but water down storm drains
  • Fixing leaks that drop from cars and putting liners in driveways to collect oil and other materials
  • Avoid using pesticides or chemical fertilizers
  • Choosing nontoxic household products when possible
  • Picking up after pets

For more ways to prevent pollution, click here.

This month, take steps to conserve and preserve our water supply. Do you have any water-saving tricks? Share with us on our Facebook page.