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I would hope that they consider it too. For myself, however, I know that the course of my career has changed so much over the last 10 years. I could have never predicted at 18 that I would want a public life, or a political career, etc. Looking back, I have some regrets, and know that I made choices that limited my options later in life. Overall, I ended up with a career I truly love, but it would be nice to feel that I'd never limited my options in the first place.

True, in the last 10 years my life has changed pretty drastically as well, however I don't regret any of the things I ever have done. I figure I did them for a reason, they make me who I am today. I do a whole lot of thinking about things like tattoos, mine are all coverable - arms, feet and back and collar bone, I wear long sleeves pretty much all the time so uncovered tattoos are rarely an issue for me. As for my ears, they are currently at a 6g (so not super big) and I was just recently asked where I got my "studs" because one of my more conservative co-workers wanted a pair. I wear very basic silver plugs with a faux diamond in them to work every day, they just look like an oversized sparkly stud. So I tend to think that if you put thought into things you can almost always come off as classy, and make a great first impression. I do get what you are saying though, if you have your ears stretched to a ridiculous size (re: someone can put their fist through your lobe) than no, having a job where making a constant first impression on people is probably not something you would want to. As for neck/face tattoos, well I guess it depends, my tattoo artist has them on his neck BUT he is an artist and he will die a tattoo artist so I think its completely acceptable. If I was going to a lawyer who had a face or neck tattoo.. I may think differently lol


My best friends mom actually just found out I had tattoos because she made a comment about his and when I walked upstairs I was wearing a tank and no socks she looked at me and said "Well I would have never guessed." She has known me for almost 8.5 years, and I got my first tattoo almost 6 years ago.

My best friends mom actually just found out I had tattoos because she made a comment about his and when I walked upstairs I was wearing a tank and no socks she looked at me and said "Well I would have never guessed." She has known me for almost 8.5 years, and I got my first tattoo almost 6 years ago.

Yes, I think coverable is key. And having the wisdom to know when covered is appropriate and when it isn't. I was really just trying to offer a perspective to an 18 year old who claimed her tattoos and gauges never cost her a job. I mean...when you're only 18...

I dont think body mods are as career-limiting today as they once were. I also know, from my travels, that opinions on this vary CONSIDERABLY by region, industry, and even company.

Any sort of Reality TV

The rule of thumb for gagued ears is that gagues less than the diameter of a pencil eraser will shrink back on pretty much anyone.

I had mine that size for about 6 months... finally I decided I was done with them and took them out... the next day the holes were hardly bigger than a regular piercing!! I was amazed!! lol

The HCG 500 calorie a day scam diet.

I wish the FDA would take some action on this dangerous diet scam soon. They need to get ALL the HCG diet stuff off the market and close down all the so-called medical weight loss clinics that push it. I have emailed them about this, but unfortunately, they don't seem to want to make it a priority, even though people are getting sick from malnutrition on that "diet plan" every day!

Here are a some links, for those who wish to read more about it.

http://www.myhealthnewsdaily.com/hcg-diet-dangerous-1428

http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/hcg-diet/AN02091

http://www.webmd.com/diet/features/truth-about-hcg-for-weight-loss

http://www.webmd.com/diet/features/weight-loss-cure-dont-want-you-to-know

http://www.dietscam.org/reports/hcg.shtml

http://www.tucsonmedical.com/pages/hcg.php

Too much black eye make-up. Maybe that one's dying already, but it really grosses me out.

My tattoos and stretched ears have never stopped me from getting a job. I'm 18 years old and already an assistant manager. Me changing my body to my taste is no different than you changing your's. How is stretched ears any worse than a person who constantly tans? Orange skin is unattractive, and by the time your 30 your skin will look like leather. It's a lot easier to fix my ears than it is to fix your leather skin. I'm happy with my body modifications.


By the time I have children, I hope people learn to not be so judgemental.

There is a huge difference between "being judgmental" and having standards of professional appearance. As a hiring manager for a client facing software consulting firm, I would probably not hire someone with exposed neck tattoos, gauged ears, etc. I don't think it speaks negatively about their competence, potential or talent. I don't even think they're a bad person, or have poor judgement. I just dont think their look fits with the professional image I need consultants to have. In consulting, you're almost ALWAYS making a first impression. You meet new clients all the time, and need to look "interview ready" every day.

I wouldnt hire someone with orange skin, bleached out, over-straightened hair, and way too much eyeliner either...well, maybe if I could counsel them about their appearance and provide them with standards / documentation

To be honest...this seems rather like descrimination. Not just the tatts, but the hair etc. One person's idea of professional appearance, is not always someone else's. I would never, ever want to work for someone that narrow minded ANYWAY... however I have seen MANY people with Tattoos, Bleached straightend hair etc...who act with the utmost professionalism...and can * clean up* nicely.

If someone comes in looking like they rolled out the trash, torn clothing, etc. etc...that is one thing... but if someone comes in who does not look cookie cutter but dressed with care, Industry appropriate clothing, and well groomed ( as in clean, hair brushed etc...) I would never think to NOT hire them simply because certain aspects of thier personal style are a bit different.

Yes... first impressions certainly do count. However it is the attitude, demeanor, work ethic and knowledge that gets any given job done. I would hate the think the number of well qualified people your clients may be missing out on...perhaps thier BEST potential employees...that never get past your first glance.

skinny teenage boys in skinny jeans with their underwear hanging out. Said skinny boys with strange long haircuts.

short shorts with thick tights. either its cold or its not. it confuses me.

black underwear under light clothes

socks with heels

worse than Uggs and sweatpants, Uggs and short shorts... blegh!
I know it won't happen, but I hope short shorts just kinda disappear...

I totally agree!
If it's hot enough to wear short shorts, you don't need big warm boots, if it's cold enough to wear big warm boots, you shouldn't be wearing shorts!
It's the updated equivalent of socks and sandals.

Piercings and tattoos I'm ok with. Yes even neck tattoos BUT I think you have to be certain that it isn't going to damage your future. I know a guy who has his own barbershop and has neck tattoos, they suit him, they look good, and he knew from a long time ago that he was going to own his own barbershop. I see nothing wrong with that.