Tattoo vs. Careers

There are many jobs or careers in the work force that DO NOT want tattoos to be visible while at the work place...so many times if you have tattoos that can not be covered like on the face, hands, neck (depending on the length of hair), etc., there can be instances where you do not get a job offer because of them.

Now in my opinion, I do not think that it should make a difference! A tattoo is a way of expressing yourself and who you are and that should not make a difference in how people see or treat you. Some people get labeled as a freak, someone who has been in jail, in gang, etc. just because they have tattoos on their body. For most people the tattoos that they have, have a significant meaning behind them and tattoos are a great way to build and tell a story without words or need of explanation.

To me, a tattoo on the body is no different then hanging a painting or photograph on the wall...the only difference maybe is that it generally can not be removed as easily.

If you are going into a career where you know that tattoos just are not generally acceptable then get the tattoos in places where they can be hidden OR choose another career if the tattoos have that much meaning to you and you want it/them in a place where they can not be covered!!