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This is an image from a slideshow that was used to display what hair styles are not acceptable in school because they are "distracting" to other students.

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This is a forum of those discussing experiences they had had when it comes to colored hair. Many explain how they believe they are less likely to receive a job when interviewed and some even speak of past experiences where they have been fired. A few also go into detail why they believe they failed interviews due to their colored hair.

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does an unnatural color make you less employable?

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Does an unnatural color make you less employable?

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Let me start off by saying that I ask this as a person who has an unnatural hair color (and a pretty punk haircut) and ... by shevathegun

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This website talks a bit about interviewing tips. It is recommended that "pink" hair is not the best move for job interviews and that first impressions really matter. The website does admit that its view on things is conservative.

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In general, job interviews have somewhat strict dress code. For most jobs, it is expected that you show up wearing suit or professional skirt. You should be clean and smell great! Your clothes should be pressed and without stains, because to some extent how you look can be a reflection of your personal life, and first impression counts.

Part of looking professional requires you to make some sacrifices. One of these sacrifices may be your hair color. If you have extreme hair color, it's important for you to think about whether you want to first dye your hair back to a "natural" color before your job interview.

Pink Hair is Cool But Can be Too Risky? (obviously a conservative point of view)

The corporate world expects a lot from its employees. Part of those expectations relate to how they expect the employee to present themselves in public and in the workplace. For example, if you show up to the job interview with extreme colored hair, the employer may interpret it differently and their first impression about you may not work in your favor:

They may wonder about how you could easily fit in the company's culture (if it's a conservative company)

They may see you as potentially disruptive not in a positive light

They may see you as attention seeking in a non-productive way

Whatever the interviewer's view about hair color, they don't know you and you don't know them. Any hair color that doesn't look too natural could be too risky for your job interview depending on who you're interview with. Perhaps a safer approach could be that once you are employed and have had an opportunity to gauge the company's environment and culture, then you can decide on how you want to dress and look, including the color of your hair. Until then, it is important that you present yourself in a way that doesn't leave any doubts in the employer's mind about hiring you.

Some Exceptions

In some instances there will be jobs that want you to present yourself in a way that is unique. We can't tell you which companies are more open to unique expressions. You'd have to research the company before you go to the job interviews. You can gauge whether this is appropriate by viewing the employees already working at these locations. If the company seems conservative in a sense that there seems to be a common corporate dress code, then you can decide on what conservative attire or hair color is appropriate for the job interview.

Unusual, extreme hair colors can work against you at the job interview (it depends on the company and the job, so do your research).

After you've done a company research, then decide how you want to present yourself (pink hair or not).

Limit any potential doubt in the employer's mind about hiring you.

Maybe pink hair matters. Maybe it doesn't matter. Just remember that they're also interviewing many other candidates so it's to your advantage to know the company interviewing you.

Don't forget to demonstrate the value you bring to the business and why they should hire you.

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Hair Color and First Impressions at Job Interviews | Job Interview Tips

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In general, job interviews have somewhat strict dress code. For most jobs, it is expected that you show up wearing suit or professional skirt. You should be clean and smell great! Your clothes should be pressed and without stains, because to some extent how you look can be a reflection of your p ...

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This is a copy of the Chik-fil-a handbook that was provided by a redditor. It clearly states that both shaved hair and colored hair are unacceptable in the workplace as they may distract from ones person. Chik-fil-a prefers to display a more natural look amongst its employees.

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353 votes, 270 comments. 2.2m members in the antiwork community. A subreddit for those who want to end work, are curious about ending work, want to ...

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This article from yahoo news tells of a dedicated teacher who decided to dye her hair for her students. She had promised to dye it for them if they performed well on their tests. She was delighted to hear that her student's test scores actually improved 16% overall. Students and parents showed their support for her as she had paid for the transformation herself and set up an appointment with her stylist to complete her daring look on the football field with her class.

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All teachers are special in their own way, but there are some who deserve a standing ovation for their outstanding efforts. Sharon Moore, a sixth-grade teacher in Salt Lake City is one of them.

During the fall 2017 school semester, Moore noticed her students' test scores were extremely low compared to past years and knew something had to change in order to set her young scholars up for success. After jokingly making a bet with them that if they improved their scores, she would dye her hair wild and crazy colors like a unicorn's, to her surprise, her class was fully onboard.

"I was initially thinking they would choose something more like a pizza party," Moore told Yahoo Lifestyle. While the proposed idea was a lot more intense and would alter the look of her hair, she was totally up for it if it meant boosting test scores for her students.

After months of studying, preparing, and motivation from other staffers at North Star Elementary School, once it was time for SAGE testing (an assessment issued to students to measure grade-level proficiency) in April 2018, overall scores improved by 16 percent. Moore was overjoyed to see this change and, even more importantly, knew she had to stick to her promise of dyeing her hair. After contacting her hairstylist, a date was set, and her hair transformation took place right in her classroom.

A natural redhead, Moore had her hair lifted to a bleached blond shade first. Then, she came to work the next day with a red bandana on and allowed her colorist to take it from there. Her students also got involved and had the chance to apply some of the colors. It was a fun day indeed, Moore explained, and she also mentioned how a fire alarm went off in the middle of the process, but it didn't stop her from getting the final results her students were waiting for.

"We were all out on the soccer field for about 20 minutes," she said. "My hairdresser just kept doing my hair. It took a little over two hours in total. When it was done, all of my students wanted to come up and touch it."

The final look of Moore's hair filled everyone with joy. Many people thought she had received a complimentary coloring service, but once she admitted to paying $300, parents began to send her flowers, and students in the school cafeteria stood and applauded her when she walked in to pick up her students. "I walked in, and they all just started clapping," Moore said. "It was the first time they had all seen my hair. It was pretty cute. I started crying. It's so overwhelming to me. Everyone started cheering me on, and there was such a positive vibe within the school."

Moore teaches at a Title I school where many of the children attending come from high-poverty environments. She explained that many of her students are working so hard to focus but carry many other responsibilities at home, which sometimes affects their confidence and how they perform academically. "Creating this safe environment here at the school is great," said Moore. "Safety and helping them achieve academically is our No. 1 goal." She continued, " They already have these preconceived ideas that because where they are from, and because they aren't in affluent neighborhoods, that they are not as smart as other kids. Helping them get past that was my first hurdle. I think the fact that somebody believes in them, and is willing to work hard to do whatever to help them means a lot."

After teaching for more than 20 years, Moore has never tried this kind of incentive to boost test scores, but based on this experience, she says she is more than happy to do it again in the future - "as long as whatever the kids ask me to do is something safe," she added. Moore says she likes the look of her newfound hue and plans on keeping the hair color through the summer.

She is expecting her first granddaughter in a few weeks and realizes she will have bright pink unicorn-like hair in all of the photos she takes with her. While she thinks it will be hilarious, she believes it is totally worth it. "It wasn't like it was just some drunken stupor" she joked. We couldn't agree more, and Moore's students are really lucky to have her in their lives.
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Dedicated teacher gets a unicorn-pink hair makeover after students improve test scores

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All teachers are special in their own way, but there are some who deserve a standing ovation for their outstanding efforts. Sharon Moore, a sixth-grade teacher in Salt Lake City is one of them.

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This video goes into depth on why teachers should be allowed to have their hair colored. The video is made by a teacher and talks a bit about some pros but also past experiences. She explained past interviews and even past jobs she has had. One of her key points is that hair color, tattoos, and piercings simply do not affect your performance in the workplace.

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Should teachers be allowed to have colored hair? [my experience with pink hair] | itsourielle

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This is a Fox News article but the entire convo is linked here and can be found on twitter. It is a story about a girl who was fired from her job because of her hair color but many gave their support to her. She spoke a bit about her mental health and that colored hair simply makes her feel more comfortable. Many responded and felt for her and spoke about their own experience with dying their hair. For some it makes them more confident and help them express themselves.

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When one father took to Twitter in hopes of helping his 19-year-old daughter find employment, he never expected the post, and their larger message of inclusion, to go viral.

"Hey Twitter. This is my eldest daughter, Jess. She's had a fairly rubbish time lately," Joe Blakeney of Brighton, England wrote on March 25, sharing a selfie of the pair. "Her last employer decided her hair color was stopping her work productivity and fired her. She's desperate to get another job. She's a hard worker and good kid."
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With the post since going viral with over 9,100 retweets, 13,000 likes and 1,000 comments, Joe told Fox News it's been a "crazy journey" as their story has resonated with so many people. Many Twitter users shared photos of their own colorful hair, stories of career success and positive messages for Jess, which has made Joe realize the weight of the issue.

"Even though I added the part about my daughter being fired in her last job because of her hair, I didn't add it to cause a stir. If anything we had already accepted the discrimination and moved on," he said.

"It's only the people who have replied to my tweet that have made me realize that the reason for her being fired is actually a big deal. It seems there are many, many people being discriminated against in the workplace, not just because of the color of their hair. We're talking race, age, sex, gender, disability to name but a few reasons."

"My kids are my world, no matter how old they are," he added.
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Jess told Yahoo Lifestyle that she was hired for a position in the hospitality industry in September 2016, during which she sported "bright, light blue and half of my head was shaved." Working her way up, she claims that there was never a single complaint from customers or colleagues regarding her ever-changing, brightly dyed tresses.

However, after 16 months of employment, her supervisor showed her the uniform policy for the first time and pointed at the "no outrageous hairstyles." She was let go in January 2018.

Jess, who colors her hair since 2012, says that her vibrant hair is a part of herself that she is not willing to give up.

"I feel much more comfortable in my skin with colored hair. It's who I am, and quite simply it's fun and makes me feel good about myself," she told the outlet, divulging that getting creative with her hair helps her alleviate her anxiety and depression.

"Living with poor mental health, it's amazing - and actually very important - to find something that makes you feel that little bit better about yourself," she says.
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Joe later revealed on Twitter that his daughter was sexually assaulted three years ago, something the entire family is still coping with. For her part, Jess is proud that her dad has brought her story to light.

"I really want to help and protect other young people who may have experienced similar things. I want people to know that it's more than possible to carry on after experiencing abuse and assault," she said.

Since their story has gone viral, Joe said that his daughter has received "an abundance of lovely job interview offers" that she will sort through to find the ideal role. In the meantime, she has garnered more than $700 (500 pounds) of the $140 (100 pounds) goal via GoFundMe as she seeks to offset expenses related to her career hunt.

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Twitter users applaud dad's crusade for fired daughter's colorful hair

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When one father took to Twitter in hopes of helping his 19-year-old daughter find employment, he never expected the post, and their larger message of inclusion, to go viral. "Hey Twitter. This is my eldest daughter, Jess. She's had a fairly rubbish time lately," Joe Blakeney of Brighton, England wrote on March 25, sharing a selfie of the pair.

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This is just a bit of what I have to say on the topic. I am using my self as a pro source. I talk a bit about my research for this project but also past experiences with my hair. Much like the story above this clip, I simply feel more comfortable with my dyed hair. My hair was often made fun of in school so I decided to start dying it and was overwhelmed with the positivity I received.

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This article speaks a bit about what businesses allow body and hair modifications and also those that do not. It speak a bit on both sides of the story as some companies are afraid that their employees looks may scare of customers while some are all for the new change in what is considered professional.

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According to Ipsos, around 30% of Americans now have tattoos growing 9% from seven years ago. More people are estimated to have colored hair, with around 10% also estimated to have at least one body piercing. With all these estimates growing each year, the question arises as to why most of these body modifications still aren't allowed in the workplace?

For instance, does not allow any colored hair, piercings or tattoos, " Hair coloring is permissible, but only naturally occurring hair colors are allowed. No eccentric styles are permitted. Body modifications, including tattoos visible to guests, are not acceptable" according to their team member appearance pamphlet. Another example of this is Hobby Lobby which allows no "outrageous hair colors." Along with no hair colors, you may not have visible tattoos or facial piercings. However, you can have up to two piercings in each ear. They say they do this for a "professional look," but do tattoos, colored hair and piercings really matter?

Using any of these different styles to express yourself does not mean that your work is worse than the average person; in fact, they usually don't impede your work habits in any capacity. However, so many employers are still against it. One argument is that the worker is facing the customer, so they don't want to scare off potential buyers. Yet, Indiana University Health recently axed their 50-page dress code in favor of a shorter one. In the process, changing the rule that states nurses can't have unnatural hair colors or visible tattoos. So far, the employees are thrilled, with one nurse dying her hair pink for breast cancer awareness month, which she wasn't able to do before. Another nurse was finally allowed to switch to a department she had always wanted to try, as she had tattoos on her forearm and would have had to roll up her sleeves, showing her tattoos, which was not allowed before. More and more clinics and hospitals are following in Indiana's footsteps, allowing their workers to express themselves. Yet, some still hold back, citing they want a "professional look," but what is that look?

Yet, some still hold back, citing they want a "professional look," but what is that look? "

The "professional look" is changing. In the past, most everyone wore uncomfortable suits and loafers. Only a small number of jobs today require that style, with the majority of businesses moving towards a more relaxed look. In a recent survey by Accountemps , more than 90% of managers today believe the workforce is more lax today than a decade ago. More than one-third of managers say visible tattoos, casual attire and non-traditional hair colors used to be frowned upon but are now acceptable. Although that's a lot of managers, almost two-thirds of them still say it's unacceptable. But it is a huge number, and a huge leap from what many managers would have said 50 years ago. Why the sudden change now?

A bout 60 percent of managers claim that societal standards have loosened, 52 percent saying that younger generations of workers have sparked the change. Gen Xers and millennials now make up the vast majority of the workforce, according to Pew Research Center . With each generation being more and more accepting of alternative styles, the rise of Gen Z workers might show the most significant changes yet.

Although, tattoos, piercings and colored hair are not acceptable in many workforces, many do accept them. Starbucks happily accepts any alternative style, for example. Zaxby's also accepts colored hair, face piercings and tattoos. So while the policies around these topics are becoming more lenient, there's still a ways to go before they become accepted everywhere.

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Tattoos, colored hair and piercings: should they be allowed in the workplace?

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According to Ipsos, around 30% of Americans now have tattoos, growing 9% from seven years ago. More people are estimated to have colored hair, with around 10% also estimated to have at least one body piercing. With all these estimates growing each year, the question arises as to why most of these body modifications still...

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I do believe that this article still manages to be neutral as it does explain that some business still wish to maintain that "professional" look. It it recommended here to always do your research when it comes to jobs as some may allow for some funky expression while others are not ready to make the jump.

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Why Is Colorful Hair Still Considered Unprofessional in the Workplace?

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Is it work-appropriate to dye your hair pink or blue? Does having bright hair seem unprofessional at work? We asked hairstylists if they think colorful hair is work-appropriate, plus some tips for making colorful hair more subtle.

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This website offers a bit of advice when designing employee dress codes. It speaks a bit on how to avoid lawsuits and it does ok prohibiting colored hair but it also discusses how a business should reconsider a ban.

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When creating your employee handbook, it is important to include a dress code policy that sets clear boundaries, but also respect the rights and beliefs of your employees. In order to avoid a hairy legal battle (pun intended) with an offended employee, here are a few things to consider with regard to hair grooming.

Facial Hair

True, it is legal for you to have an across-the-board policy on facial hair, including one that bans it altogether. However, certain disabilities prohibit people from being able to shave regularly. Additionally, some religious traditions have strictly-held beliefs about maintaining facial hair. In these instances, it is important (and much easier) to make reasonable exceptions, rather than remaining rigid on the policy. In theory, you could refuse accommodating these employees if you feel it creates an "undue burden," but that is a very difficult case to make. Typically, you would have to prove that there is a legitimate safety, health or security concern.

Hair Length

It is a similar case when it comes to hair length. Some religions forbid their members to cut their hair altogether, so exceptions would need to be made to accommodate those employees.While, again, it is legal to set a limit on hair length for men, an easier policy to enforce is one that requires long hair to be simply pulled back and neatly groomed. Additionally, make sure the verbiage in your policy remains gender-neutral, so as to avoid employees feeling like they are being treated disparately.

Hair Color

Brightly-colored hair is not a protected trait or class (e.g., race, sex, age). However, if it was part of a religious practice or common in a particular ethnicity, an employer would want to consider whether it would be appropriate to make an exception or accommodation. If neither of these were the case, there would be no issue enforcing a policy prohibiting brightly-colored hair.

Keep in mind, however, that creative hair colors are more common and socially acceptable today, even in professional settings. Prohibiting brightly-colored hair could make it more difficult to find or keep talented employees. It's generally best to have a sound business reason for your dress code and appearance policy.

If you decide to implement a policy like this, make sure that you apply it consistently. For instance, allowing one employee to have pink hair-when not a religious or other thought-out exception-but not another, could create workplace drama, and even open you up to discrimination claims.

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Hair's the Deal with Employee Dress Code

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When creating your employee handbook, it is important to include a dress code policy that sets clear boundaries, but also respect the rights and beliefs of your employees. In order to avoid a hairy legal battle (pun intended) with an offended employee, here are a few things to consider with regard to hair grooming.

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This website features information that was conducted from the National Association of Colleges and Employers. It shows just how much hair is looked at when it comes to judging ones appearance. This article discusses what colored hair may do for you at a supportive job but also why it is not always acceptable.

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It is a fact that first impressions play a big part on being hired. Studies surprisingly show how much someone is paid can sometimes be affected by how they look, and stereotypes can be hard to forget.

More times than I can count I've heard the words "blonde bimbo", but in a 2010 study by Queensland University of Technology it shows blondes earn up to seven percent more than other hair colours. Not so much blonde bimbo, but more blonde goddess. Oh yes, it appears us blondes do have more fun. Research also shows being blonde as a male has no impact on wage rates compared to brunette males, highly educated or not.

A survey from the National Association of Colleges and Employers compiled annually shows opinions are based highly on a candidates appearance. The important attributes that affected employers' opinions included:

These statistics show just how effective your appearance can be, and with unusual hair colour at 73% the hair colour you choose could have a negative effect on your success at job interview stage.

What effect can having brightly coloured hair have on job opportunities?

Well, it can be argued that the colour of your hair does not interfere with how good or bad a job is done. Although maintaining a professional image can be difficult with neon hair. When it comes to interviews, less is often more. Keeping hair and make up simple is key to making a great first impression.

Having extremely bright hair or an unusual shade when attending a job interview can give your potential employer certain opinions about you instantly. You could be presented as a rebel, unprofessional or even wanting attention to stand out. Gauging the workplace you want to work in is therefore important to go far in your job.

If your workplace is more laid back, funky streaks of colour can brighten up someone's day without you even realising it. In a creative field, a strikingly bold platinum blonde or a super dark brunette can demand attention and lets people know you are an asset. Neutral tones give off a neutral message, so bare this in mind in regards to your work environment and the next time you pop into the hair salon.

Knowing the industry is essential when understanding boundaries and rules for the company. Having blue hair can be the kiss of death for some employers, whereas other employers might not care in the slightest.

Hair colour and style does not necessarily reflect our personalities. Whether you insist on bright or natural shades, be sure to find out company rules, or you may just lose out on that dream job!

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Can Your Hair Colour Affect Your Job Opportunities?

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It is a fact that first impressions play a big part on being hired. Studies surprisingly show how much someone is paid can sometimes be affected by how they look, and stereotypes can be hard to forget.