To Prune Or Not To Prune...

[hantsbear]

Dearly beloved aged parent has just rung.  He claims he's not nagging, but I'm afraid I don't see what else it could be.  He rang up to advise me that if I really want to get a decent job, I need to get my hair cut back to about shoulder length, because that's what most interviewers expect.  Sad fact of it is, part of me thinks he's right.  But part of me is offended that people judge on looks not ability.  I know rock_bear will tell me that this is poppycock, but I am convinced that there is a great deal of truth in this.  I need to talk to a few people in the business, and, fellow LiveJournallers, solicit your opinions!

Comments

LONG HAIR?

[darkphuque.livejournal.com]

How about ageism? Illegal, right? I am (just) 62 years old, well educated and traveled and have had over 20 interviews.... no availability. Jobs go to those under 30... unless you are highly specialized. If I were a computer wiz I would be working, I am sure. Or I could go back to school for 2 years and update my diploma, or I could win the Lottery... all have about the same chance. I survive in SF on net $22K/yr.

Re: LONG HAIR?

[hantsbear.livejournal.com]

You've just hit another insecurity of mine... in the IT industry, at 40 am I over the hill...???