Turns out, I have internet access here in Arkansas which I really didn’t expect. I’m in a somewhat remote area of the Ozarks on Bull Shoals Lake. Its been freaking hot so far- mid 90’s yesterday and today, so I’m making use of my time inside enjoying the AC.
Going along with the vacationing/leisurely theme, Ad Age today had a delightful article about agencies with bars at their offices. Personally, I think its a pretty sweet deal if you happen to work there. In creative settings, I could imagine a few after-work drinks actually stimulating some great dialouge between co-workers, and who knows maybe the next great campaign could come from it. If not, who cares- you are creating value for your staffers and allowing them to connect outside of the work environment. I wouldn’t choose an agency specifically if they had a bar or not, but it would probably tip the scales on similarly matched shops.