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Nonverbal Communication Heidi Paruta “Many individuals are so closely identified with their personal artifacts that it is virtually impossible to divorce them. Many people have personalized artifacts and accessories that define who they are.” - Richmond & McCrosky, Nonverbal Behavior in Interpersonal Relations

Tattoos in the workplace.. According to a survey of 500 employers and employees by Vault.com (a career information website).. “ 58% of employers would be less likely to offer a job to a tattooed [or pierced] applicant.” “ 42% of managers said they would lower their opinions of someone based on his or her tattoos [or piercings.]”

..In the workplace.. 76% of respondents believe visible tattoos are unprofessional. Vault.com/Careerbuilder Companies can enforce dress code as long as they don't discriminate based on race, color, religion, age, national origin, or gender. Ie: Turner's employee handbook says “Clean and Professional” Business world is slowly opening up.. Creative Job = Flexible with appearance Less Public = More Flexible Easily covered up = Better chance

Miami Ink Emmy is the VP of Human Resources for a hotel management company.. She's getting a tattoo that really means something to her www.Hanzismatter.com Miami Ink - Smash Everything http://tlc.discovery.com/fansites/miami-ink/exclusive_video/webisode_02_garver_smash_everything.html

A Brief History Tattooing was one of human's first attempts at making art. “ Ta” - Tool used to apply tattoo. Ink made with ashes of a specific nut, herb or plant mixed with coconut oil.. or soot. Moko (tattoos) were made by placing a tool on the face and hitting it with a mallet. Maori could not flinch or cry – as a matter of pride. Green(1996)

A Brief History Samoans feel their ancestors will be dishonored if they don't get their Pe'a. Men without Pe'a are dragged to the jungle and left there after death. (Green 1996) Maori women – chin tattoos signified womanhood, ability to bear children and marry. Also, gave them speaking rights. (Kopua 2001) Japanese aboriginal Ainu women were outcasts without traditional lip tattoos. (Green 1996)

Moko images and placing were used to show: Tribal affiliation Placing within social structures Genealogy Knowledge or expertise (Kopua 2001)

Now and Then.. Tatts say so much about a person. South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy -“In forensic pathology, tattoos may give specific identifying clues as to the social status, personality, religious affiliations, associations with organizations, sexual orientation, criminal behavior, or drug use of an individual.” “ In my youth, the only people who had tattoos were sailors and whores.” -Vault.com survey respondent “ Tattoos are a symbol of risk-taking behavior, self-harm and personality disorders” -(Atkinson 2004)

These days.. 49% of adults ages 18-29 have 1 or more 17% Regret - “because of the person's name in the tattoo.” “ I'm a different person now” and “Effects my job/getting a job” only 2% each. Regret higher among Republicans than Democrats -Harris Interactive, market research (Sever, 2003)

Some reasons for getting a tattoo Memorial of family/friends Tribute to something or someone a person loves Managing emotions Identification: Feeling of belonging to a group Personal or Fashion Statement Self-expression Individuality “ It's my body” Spiritual

What is your first impression? “ Compared to people without tattoos, I think people with tattoos are...” The Harris Poll – July 14-20, 2003. 2,215 adults

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“ Every BODY has a story” - Inked

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