‘Should you bring iced coffee to a job interview?’ Question brews generational debate

A TikTok video by recruiter Caitlin Wehniainen sparked a debate about whether it’s acceptable to bring an iced coffee to a job interview. Wehniainen, with 16 years of recruiting experience, argued that arriving with an iced coffee might make candidates look casual and uninterested. The video ignited discussions on social media platforms like TikTok and Instagram, dividing users along generational lines. While younger individuals dismissed the idea as outdated, many older users agreed with Wehniainen's perspective. Even Starbucks joined the conversation by posting an image of someone holding an iced coffee during an interview in response to the debate. The controversy highlights evolving workplace norms and tensions between generations regarding professionalism and casualness in job interviews.