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Nose ring |
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It's a new century with new views... |
| Date Posted: |
11/28/2001 |
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How do most companies feel about body piercings? I have a nose ring that I'd prefer to leave in once I get a job. Should I wait until after I land a job, then ask if it's acceptable? Anyone else sporting their piercings in the office? |
| Message: |
Reading some of these postings have made me laugh, if only for the variety of comments against nose rings. Why is everyone assuming this person is young, radical and not-to-be taken seriously?
I am 30 yrs old, have a masters and a grad dip, plenty of corporate work experience and also have a nose AND naval piercing and two tatoos (not visible).
Contrary to what others might think, I still look professional and tidy with a lovely nose stud - in fact, am considered to be extremely well groomed and attractive. I get comments on it all the time, and have NEVER taken it out for a job interview. I've had four jobs since I got my nose pierced (when I was 22) and each one payed better and moved me higher up the corporate ladder.
My nose ring is a symbol of my individuality and an expression of creativity - same as guys wearing loud ties or character socks. If you aren't hiring someone purely becuase you think a nose ring is a bit 'radical', chances are you are missing out on hiring someone who could be a great asset to your company.
Shame on them for not realising that looks really are only skin deep - its the characteristics and attributes you should be looking at - not decorations.
So my advice - wear the nose stud with pride and bugger anyone who turns their nose up at it- chances are you won't want to work for them anyway!
From Sydney, Australia.
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