My strong personality has never really been a problem, more of a mild annoyance to remain aware of. That is until everyone began to fear for their jobs. The economy, for lack of a better word, sucks right now. Things are beginning to get better but nothing’s comfortable yet. We all need to be very careful in and around the workplace. To be gainfully employed is something to covet and be thankful for at this time. So what does that mean for the office smart-ass, cynic and/or bitch?
Office Appropriate: Wet Hair is NOT Business Attire
As another addition to my prior “Office Appropriate: Where is Your Casual Considered Business?” post, I have to add wet hair. I understand that some people work out or just shower in the morning. Washing your hair in the A.M. may be necessary. But coming into the office wet is not. Certain styles, colors, textures may look ridiculous but wet hair just looks like you didn’t care.
Office Appropriate: Discovering What You Want to Be When You Grow Up
Discovering what you want to be when you grow up is something we all struggle with. I personally don’t know what I want to be but I’m getting glimpses of what I may want to avoid. Who knows where I may be in 5 years. But in 2009, I have every intention of working my ass off for my current employer. I need to make them feel they need me as badly as I need them (and their paycheck) right now.
