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Nose ring |
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You do have a point |
| Date Posted: |
06/25/2001 |
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I think that you are just being closed-minded. It really all depends on what type of environment you work in and what department of that company you are in. Sure, if you are in a position where you are with clients all the time, it may be harder to keep a nose ring, but again that depends on the type of clients you deal with.
I worked at an internet development company and one of our designers had his tongue pierced (as do i) and he was not laughed at, and was still brought to client meetings.
This is not 1920. More and more "out there" type things are being accepted. It is just a personal thing that can show a person's individuality. Who's to say that having your nose, tongue, eyebrow, etc. pierced changes your professionalism any more that having your ears pierced?
--Tara |
| Message: |
Your comments sound much like the comments of my generation (60s)when we wanted to wear our hair and clothes in our style any place we wanted - including in the workplace. Some were lucky because their employers were open-minded. Others had the choice of conformity or unemployment.
Since employers are primarily interested in profits, you can dress or adorn yourself any way you want as long as it does not conflict with the employer's ability to make money. That has not changed since 1920.
Did you know that there are certain large Wall Street companies that will not allow their employees to bring a bag lunch because they think it makes their employees look like "losers." However, since there are many different company stlyes, there are probably many who have no problem with jewels and rings placed anywhere you want them. You just need to understand that your personal choices will limit your options.
Even if your choice were to wear a conservative suit and white shirt at all times, you would still be limiting your choices. Some companies dislike formal attire since they feel it stiffles creativity. You just need to know that you like the limits for your career that your choices have created. No one can make those decisions but you. The opinions of others are not relevant.
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