not quite your normal tat question

[dmaricle]

i have several tattoos and the back of my neck is completly covered and so far it has not really hurt me when applying for a job.

[Buttons]

I would throw you to the bottom of the pile.

And this is just one of the reasons society needs to open their eyes.

[AndrewGeibel]

And this is just one of the reasons society needs to open their eyes.

I agree with you, however that's how it works. People are generally close minded. Crappy but hey what can you do?

[DSGB]

Tattoos are hot. DO it.

[Soterios]

And this is just one of the reasons society needs to open their eyes.

Cry all you want, but it doesn't matter. The interviewers opinion on Tattoos DOES NOT MATTER. What matters is what clients will think. If there is a chance the company will lose money because you have a tattoo, you'll get a pass.

It's the real world kids. We're not in high school anymore.

[Buttons]

Cry all you want, but it doesn't matter. The interviewers opinion on Tattoos DOES NOT MATTER. What matters is what clients will think. If there is a chance the company will lose money because you have a tattoo, you'll get a pass.

It's the real world kids. We're not in high school anymore.

I'm not crying at all. I just think it's kind of pathetic for people like yourself to put someone at the bottom of the pile because of a tattoo. Just my opinion.

[Soterios]

I'm not crying at all. I just think it's kind of pathetic for people like yourself to put someone at the bottom of the pile because of a tattoo. Just my opinion.

You need to calm down, stop taking things so personally, and read.

Clearly you've never been in any sort of management situation where you control employment. If you had, you wouldn't even be discussing this. If your customers are uncomfortable, they won't spend money. If they don't spend money, you go out of business. I would venture to say that in a professional atmosphere, the vast majority would rather deal with a clean cut person.

Since I'm apparently, "One of those people", I'll let you in on a secret. I have piercings, and have a session for a tattoo set up for next month. NO WAY! The difference is mine are/will be discrete.

Once again, if I'm doing to hire someone to deal with customers, I'm going to hire the person who will best relate to ALL of them.

[BMorrison]

Personally I would say go for it.
I myself have a half sleeve on my left arm and a quarter so far on my right forearm and another small piece on my right bicep. The forearm tattoo is rather hard to cover up (However I did start getting tattoos after a year into my job) but anymore I think tattoos are an accepted part of society. I know a lot of straight laced uptight people that have multiple tats that can't easily be covered up and they have had no problem with finding jobs.

I can see the side of if you're applying for a Fortune500 or major company that they may look down on you having your throat or arms done but in this case I would say absolutely go for it. It can be covered with a watch if need be for an interview.

Just remember Mr. Rogers was covered in ink... most people didn't know that's why he wore the long shirts.

Hope this helps.

[Christina]

Thanks for all the opinions. You all have valid points.

I'm going to be a band director and teacher, most likely jr. high setting, so my wrists are showing A LOT! And almost no matter what, teaching positions are more conservative. ie- appearance, manner, etc. I would love to have sleeves and piercings galore, but I know it's a dream that will not be realized due to my future profession. That's why I'm settling on something small.

I'm working for a company in downtown chicago right now, and there a lots of visible tattoos. I might just get it done after I have a solid job, but I am also impatient. It frustrates me that tattoos are such a turn off to people, especially since mine is my passion, and small. and with the job market the way it is, I really don't want to be dumped due to a small tat.

It's a risk, so we'll have to see. I'm trying to come up with better places to have it done, but nothing seems to fit, especially since i want to be able to see it and have it be visible if i want. I dunno. Thanks for all your help!

[Christina]

The reality is that there are actually plenty of people who think that tattoos are not appropriate for a business situation or that tattoos make you look like a criminal or low class. If people that think like this are in a position to hire or promote you (and sometimes they will be) you will be affected negatively as far as your earning ability.

The plus side to teaching- salary is a ladder type thing, you can only start so low, and go up from there!