Use this section to discuss fashion industry salaries.

Does your employer offer a referral bonus for recommending new employees?

Use this section to sound off about current or recent employers; the pros, the cons, the ridiculous, etc…

Use this space to discuss upcoming and recent interview experiences. Company names and titles are welcome.

Got news about impending or recent layoffs? Let us know here.

Use this section to discuss Diversity issues as they pertain to fashion industry employment.

Use this section to dish on your boss.

Use this space to discuss Freelance/Contract work issues. We expect discussion will include, but not be limited to: what to charge, getting started, freelance agencies, not getting paid, etc…

Use this space to discuss fashion industry-specific technology and technology implementations; the good, the bad and the just plain stupid.

Check the HOUSEKEEPING category for updates on The Schmatte and tips for using the forum.

Use this Category to discuss career success strategies. We want people to talk about the things that have helped them in their careers and the things they wish they would have learned earlier in their careers.