Some bosses see a strong work ethic or a willingness to learn as the top quality they seek in employees. Kim Vaccarella's number one trait is a bit less conventional: You've got to be fun-loving if you want to work with the creator of the viral Bogg Bag. Vaccarella is the 54-year-old founder and CEO of Bogg Bag, which makes waterproof beach totes and accessories. It wasn't until launching Bogg Bag that she was truly able to find gratification at work, says Vacarella. "If you don't fit within that culture, that's a red flag for me," she says, adding: "I can generally tell if you have it within minutes.

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Persons: Kim Vaccarella's, Vacarella Organizations: CNBC