The ugly holiday sweater you owned when you were child was embarrassing and itchy. Today, it's still embarrassing and itchy, but it's also a beloved holiday cultural phenomenon, in the form of an Ugly Holiday 

Sweater Party.  For at least 10 years, grown adults have been trotting up light-up Rudolph sweaters, or hand-knitted Christmas tree abominations for laughs. Who do we have to thank--- or blame? 

The actual mass-market ugly sweater reached its peak popularity sometime in the 1980s, according to the Wall Street Journal. That's when people wore the sweaters in earnest, supposedly.  Read More>>

Tis the season -- the holidays are upon us. It is also the season for holiday get-togethers of all kinds -- there are office parties, lunches or dinners with clients and perhaps a party or dinner with the boss or board.  This month will be offering a few tips to keep your stress levels low and your holiday spirits high during this busy season. 

 
The key to success when attending any office function, event or party is preparation and planning. This can be the ideal opportunity to meet someone who can influence your career, so take advantage.