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Dress for success

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Appearances matter, but so does individuality.
I always look on individuality like a shop window - it's OK to demonstrate it with flair, or subtlety, but it should always attract customers, not repel them.
Last Post 04-Dec-2008 22:16 by: Joan
 
Joan
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Re: Dress for success

04-Dec-2008 22:16
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> My husband works in a factory. There are definitely
> times when facial piercings can be a safety hazard.
>
> What about tattoos that depict nudity or things like
> that? Should they be covered? Or is it on a case by
> case basis according to what sort of job you're
> working in?


In some cases of factory work even wearing a wedding band can be a hazard.
 
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Re: Dress for success

14-Nov-2008 21:37
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I like being able to be an individual but I think you should look clean and presentable. I think it makes you feel good as well if you are looking your best.

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Life is like a coin you can spend it any way you wish but you only spend it once Lillian Dickson
 
Mary
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14-Nov-2008 12:42
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My husband works in a factory. There are definitely times when facial piercings can be a safety hazard.

What about tattoos that depict nudity or things like that? Should they be covered? Or is it on a case by case basis according to what sort of job you're working in?
 
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Re: Dress for success

09-Nov-2008 12:49
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I'm wondering if there are workplace situations where these would be more of a safety or health issue rather than one of personal acceptance?


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08-Nov-2008 22:09
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Personally I do not have an issue with employees having facial piercings or tattoos. I think that the decision regarding whether or not to cover these things up should be determined by the individual employer.

I think that the work environment should determine the dress codes for employees. There are definitely work places that encourage and inspire others to express their individuality and then there are other places that this would be inappropriate. The question I have is which environments would these things be acceptable in? I would value opinions.

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Re: Dress for success

07-Nov-2008 13:34
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What do you feel about those who have tattoos or facial piercings? Should employers make them cover them up or remove them? Does it affect a persons chance of being hired?
 
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Re: Dress for success

06-Nov-2008 13:26
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I've bore witness to many dress code policies. And while some are thoughtful and concise, they go to extremes and often suppress the individual.
Others do not do enough and leave the workforce in constant question and deliberation.
What are some of the key elements to consider when either developing a policy, or taking it upon yourself to dress for success?
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Re: Dress for success

05-Nov-2008 13:25
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Agreed. It's not always a good thing to attract attention because of your attire when in a work-time situation.
 
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Dress for success

30-Oct-2008 12:17
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Appearances matter, but so does individuality.
I always look on individuality like a shop window - it's OK to demonstrate it with flair, or subtlety, but it should always attract customers, not repel them.