
tattoos in the work place yes/no
23 Aug
tattoos in the work place yes/no
Allowing visible tattoos in the workplace raises a real tension between personal expression and professional image. Supporters argue that tattoos are now mainstream and should be accepted as part of an employee’s identity, promoting authenticity and diversity; banning them can reinforce outdated stereotypes and even discriminate against cultural or artistic expression. On the other hand, critics believe workplaces—especially those in client‑facing or formal sectors—need the freedom to maintain a consistent brand image, and some worry that certain tattoo designs could clash with company values or customer expectations. The debate ultimately centres on whether modern professionalism should prioritise individual expression or uphold traditional appearance standards, and how much influence public perception should have on employee presentation. whats everyones thoughts on this,
my thoughts are be who you are and show off those tattoos it's who you are, why cover them up, you wouldn't go to work wearing a mask and hiding your face why hide your tattoos? they are an expression of your soul, a story to be told, not a dusty book in a dark cave no one wants to dare read...
show off them tats be proud of who you are!!!

Great blog Lee well said dude. I completley agree nobody should be judge by the art on there skin
its something i have been discriminated with many times at work in past jobs, as you no i have many tattoos most done by yourself, and some places have turned me down not because of who i am, or if i am qualified to do the job, but because i have tattoos on my hands and arms. i think if dave is allowed to go to work as devina ( i have no issue with be who u want to be ) but if that is acceptable then my tattoos should be to they are a story of me and a true reflection on my inner self !!