So here's the deal. We're moving in a week to new space at my company - Kinetix. Going to be pretty cool space, and as part of the deal we're naming every space, including common areas. We've decided to open it way up - so the names for the meeting rooms, a few offices we have and the common areas for brainstorming are going to be named after Pop Culture references.
Pop Culture is a broad naming convention, but I like it. It means that most of the spaces are going to be references to movies, music or things that resonate in our daily lives.
I need to name my office. Will you help me by voting? Here's the candidates for what my office (which is going to serve as a meeting room when I'm not there, which is often) may be called (links to the reference points included):
Vote for me in the comments with why you like the one you voted for in the comments. Got a better one? Put it down as well. Thanks for the help.
Has to be Tremendous Upside.
Runner up (not on the list), Second Jumpability
Posted by: Steve Boese | July 20, 2012 at 10:01 AM
Tremendous Upside holds good with a catch phrase that has underlying meaning to it sounds apt for an office
Posted by: Mrinmoy | July 20, 2012 at 10:02 AM
I concur with Steve. Tremendous upside for the win.
Posted by: AkaBruno | July 20, 2012 at 10:37 AM
I would agree. Although won't pop culture references peg you to a certain era/date you?
Posted by: Karen K | July 20, 2012 at 10:54 AM
I like the "Money!" room or even Kris Dunn's "Money!" room. Because I believe you like the movie Swingers.
Posted by: Dan johnson | July 20, 2012 at 11:38 AM
Save Ferris has my vote. Classic movie and the just has a nice ring to it. It's like a rally cry.
Another new option - Frankie Say Relax. Seems fitting for a lot of the HR stuff you may have to deal with from time to time.
Another option - Our Time. A reference to Fast Times and Mr. Hand.
Posted by: TexasTwittHR | July 20, 2012 at 11:38 AM
Can it really be anything other thand "Dude Abides" best name for an office ever.
Posted by: Angry HR Guy | July 20, 2012 at 11:40 AM
Keep them coming folks. Karen, sure pop culture references date me, just like a little bit of gray hair and a ganster limp. What's your point? Ha....
KD
Posted by: KD | July 20, 2012 at 11:46 AM
my vote is for dude abides!
Posted by: cindym | July 20, 2012 at 12:12 PM
Dude Abides...fo shizzle
Posted by: Scottstone9 | July 20, 2012 at 12:20 PM
Save Ferris gets my vote. Just reading it (or saying it) makes me smile (and hum Danke Shoen in my head)...
Posted by: Richard Sherman | July 20, 2012 at 12:29 PM
“We Talkin’ ’Bout Practice"
Posted by: Davisory | July 20, 2012 at 12:32 PM
Save Ferris!
Posted by: Meg | July 20, 2012 at 12:33 PM
Sir Consult-A-Lot
Posted by: Yolonda | July 20, 2012 at 01:03 PM
My Seat At The Table
Posted by: Carol | July 20, 2012 at 01:17 PM
Save Ferris (it's the only reference I get). Pop culture also brings to mind the Batcave. I think that would be best!
Posted by: Ashley | July 20, 2012 at 01:22 PM
Dude Abides... all in on that one. You're the rock man - you're the rock.
Posted by: Paul Hebert | July 20, 2012 at 01:28 PM
Gotta be "the Dude Abides". It could also be the barometer by which prospects are judged. If they get it, they suddenly look more favorable.
Posted by: Eric Brinson | July 20, 2012 at 01:29 PM
None of the Above.
My write in vote is, "Know Your Enemy". Has a Rage Against The Machine spin mixed with your style of leading-edge ideas that re-define the HR industry.
Cool Stuff!..Ben
Posted by: Ben Martinez | July 20, 2012 at 01:34 PM
I cannot believe Bushwood is not leading this race. Travesty.
Posted by: R. J. Morris | July 20, 2012 at 01:51 PM
Dude Abides FTW! Sandals and White Russians on Fridays are essential functions of the job.
Posted by: Earl | July 20, 2012 at 02:18 PM
Write in vote: "Reeeeetainer!"
Otherwise, it's "Save Ferris"
Posted by: Robert Hatta | July 20, 2012 at 03:31 PM
Dude Abides
Or "Homie Don't Play That"- Homie, the Clown--In Living Color
Posted by: Grant Peacock | July 20, 2012 at 04:15 PM
Save Ferris
Posted by: Brenda | July 20, 2012 at 04:20 PM
Show Me the Money!!!!
Posted by: Joe | July 20, 2012 at 04:20 PM
In order to balance out my husband's vote, I must vote for "Save Ferris." Hi, Kris!
Posted by: Steph Lilak | July 20, 2012 at 05:51 PM
Dunder Mifflin!
Posted by: Steve | July 20, 2012 at 06:29 PM
Bushwood had its time.
It's Tricky is overused and kind of corny.
Tremendous Upside has a good underlying meaning, but could mean overrated.
Not familiar with Dude Abides.
Save Ferris makes me feel the best and gets my vote. It's all about friends, family, priorities and making the most out of everyday.
As for write ins, I absolutely love Dunder Mifflin! It's all about how good employees can overcome any obstacle.
Posted by: HRAthletics | July 20, 2012 at 09:28 PM
The Noonan Room. Dancing Gopher not included.
Posted by: Brian Deming | July 21, 2012 at 04:14 PM
I'm with Save Ferris too. I like the implication that you're pulling a Ferris when you're not in the office.
Posted by: Erin | July 22, 2012 at 07:01 PM
It's Tricky...because everyone in the know will have pep in their step when they cross the threshold!
Posted by: Kara | July 23, 2012 at 09:40 AM
...9 times Save Ferris!
Posted by: Jennifer Sanders | July 23, 2012 at 09:54 AM
I'm loving Bushwood...but I've got a write-in: Kumite! It's got double pop culture reference - Bloodsport & Boondocks. Besides, everyone wants to say "kumite!"...whattah!!
Posted by: SherolynR | July 24, 2012 at 08:15 AM
KD - this is awesome!
I was leaning toward Save Ferris but have to agree with others...Dunder Mifflin. That show is the "HR Train Wreck" that all HR Pros love. It would be the ultimate irony to name your office after that show.
Hat tip to Steve & HRAthletics on that one. Good stuff!
Posted by: Rusty Brand | July 25, 2012 at 09:26 AM
Tremendous Upside - everybody gets that...no generation discrimination...or political...
Posted by: Kelly | July 26, 2012 at 01:53 PM
"It's Tricky" or "It's Complicated" is better for an HR office. Both bow to the fact that HR isn't cut and dried.
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