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Dress and Groom for the Workplace

By Perry Como

Dress and Groom for the Workplace DVD

When I was in the service dressing and grooming was important.  Not so much to me, but it certainly was to the Army.  It was in the mid 60’s when I boarded the bus for basic training; long hair, beards and tattered jeans were in vogue.  However, the Army quickly made its own fashion statement.  After shaving my head, the fun really began!  Get caught with a little beard stubble…you get to shave it off with a razor only, no water, no lather.  Miss a button on your fatigues … 20 push-ups, boots not polished … your free time will be spent in the kitchen.  After a few hundred push-ups, hours in the kitchen and several dry shaves there were no more Army “fashion faux pas” for this soldier!

As only the Army could, it taught me a life long lesson.  I realized not only the importance of good grooming and dressing but also the importance of conforming to the dress standards of the workplace.

Dress and Groom for the Workplace does the same thing, albeit in a considerably kinder and gentler manner!  Presenting the fundamental principles of dressing for success for the job interview and in the workplace, both male and female viewers will learn do’s and don’ts for grooming and attire.  The video shows viewers examples of what works and what doesn’t in both white and blue collar environments.  Tips on shopping for appropriate clothes, shopping on a budget and proper accessories are all covered.  How to take care of clothing and what to watch out for that could be hazardous on the job is also included.

Of course, everyone always has the option of being a non-conformist.  Showing up at an interview or the job site with a Mohawk cut, needing a shower, dirty clothing, etc. is entirely up to each of us.  A supervisor or boss may not communicate the message quite as clearly as my drill sergeant and you will avoid push-ups and KP duty, but, the chances are good that getting the job you want or keeping the job you already have are very slim.

Dress and Groom for the Workplace is produced by Jist and available from Program Development Associates.  http://www.disabilitytraining.com/product-info.php?Dress_and_Groom_for_the_Workplace_DVD-pid528.html

Some tips form the Department of Employment and Economic Development of Minnesota: http://www.deed.state.mn.us/cjs/dress.htm