Hot Topic stands out from the rest of the market because it is driven by passions and has a strong retail presence. Hot Topics passions lie in music, while Torrid’s roots are in fashion. These clear concepts allow Hot Topic employees to use their skills and connect with customers. Hot Topic’s average employee age is 25. This is the ideal age for those who like fashion and are into trends. Hot Topics began the concert-reimbursement program. Employees love the program. It makes it easy for employees to feel appreciated and included in the workplace. Employees can get reimbursement for their concert tickets by filling out an expense report. This benefit does not require that you submit a fashion report. This creates a win-win situation for both the employee and employer.
Culture is also based on collaboration, open communication, as well as empowerment. Corporate headquarters are free from walls and doors. Everyone works together in one large room. This promotes collaboration and open communication, while removing the emphasis on hierarchy. Hot Topics’ social responsibility and involvement can ensure that they continue to be successful. Hot Topic understands how important it is to provide their customers with merchandise that has been produced legally and responsibly. They require all manufacturers and suppliers to comply with the applicable federal and local laws. These are the minimum standards for which manufacturers and product providers must comply to in order to do business. These standards prohibit child labour or forced labor and demand that workers are treated with respect, without discrimination, paid fair wages. These standards require that all manufacturers and suppliers of products ensure there is no forced labor in any form, whether it be in prison labor, indentured work, or other.
Hot Topic believes that there should be no walls or doors in its corporate headquarters. It’s a way to promote the culture Hot Topic strives to keep alive. Hot Topic encourages taking risks in order to meet customer needs. I am a time-player and enjoy working with others to share ideas and get feedback. However, this is not the environment that I would prefer to work in. I think my best work is done when I am alone.
