Tattoos: Stereotypes And Criticism In The Workplace

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Ledia Woldai Cundiff English 12 Composition 18 September 2014 Rough Draft Tattoos have been around for many centuries and simply are meant to express a belief or even just an object or idea. A once harmless concept has led to negative stereotypes and criticism in the workplace. Tattoos are meant to be an expression that is private to a person but people feel as though they need to pass judgment. Many arguments against tattoos are given by, lets say, the closed minded society that are still living in the 80s. Bashing people with tattoos does not make sense because that person with all the piercings and tattoos could be the one to cure cancer. Many people say “don’t judge a book by its cover” but fail to live by their own words. Tattoos are a form of expression or personality; tattoos should not affect …show more content…

Being able to expressing oneself can mean a lot to some people. Allowing people to convey certain meanings that represent what is true to them could mean a lot. “‘Tattoos are like stories- they’re symbolic of the important moments in your life.’ –Pamela,” (“Teens…”). Self-expression is a big deal because it shows who you are. Freedom and Individuality. “[…] a tattoo is a form of art that expresses ones individuality and uniqueness. Some tattoos also have a deeper meaning behind them and stand for something that might remind someone of an important event or person in their life,” (“Teens…”). If someone wants a tattoo they shouldn’t be afraid of people are going to think. Being more and more accepted in the work place. “While some employers cringe at bodywork and piercings, others are embracing it,” (Icon 1). More professions are allowing employees to have tattoos. Although tattoos are mainly perceived as unprofessional people still should feel the freedom to get tattoos and not worry about not getting a job. Jobs have come to realize that tattoos are getting more common and they are becoming more

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