Learn how to boost your career prospects without surgery.
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November 3, 2010 7:16 PM
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November 12, 2010 – Today’s episode of “Good Morning America” featured women who believe they need cosmetic surgery to stay competitive in the workplace or advance in their careers.
Torrie Johnson, a GMA workplace contributor who appeared on the show to discuss the trend, refrained from criticizing an individual’s decision to have cosmetic surgery, but she said expecting potential employees to have cosmetic surgery sends the wrong message.
She noted that these procedures can be expensive, are not typically covered by insurance and are not easily accessible to everyone.
For those looking for work, such a process is not the best use of money, she added.
She shared these tips on how you can advance your career right now:
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Here’s Johnson’s advice, in his own words:
Older workers are less likely to lose their jobs, but if they are fired, they take longer to be rehired than their younger colleagues. There are many possible reasons for this, but age bias is undoubtedly present in our workforce and throughout our youth-obsessed culture.
Many plastic surgeons and other professionals are promoting a range of cosmetic procedures designed to give older workers an edge in today’s competitive job market. This is a disturbing trend, because getting surgery isn’t the answer to getting hired. In some cases, it’s a confidence boost, which is a good thing, because feeling and looking your best is more likely to lead to success.
If you think plastic surgery or injections will make you feel best, that’s a personal choice. No one can control their age, but they can control their confidence, which is paramount when looking for a job.
A person in their 20s who lacks confidence is just as likely to perform poorly in the job search as a person in their 50s who lacks confidence. Fortunately, there are plenty of other ways to boost your self-esteem.
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Get plenty of sleep and exercise. Being well rested is one of the best ways to feel good.
Get up and dress every morning as if you were going to work. Oversleeping or just lounging around aimlessly will destroy your confidence.
Pursue a hobby you love. Volunteer your time and talents to a cause that’s important to you. Achieving excellence will boost your confidence.
If you’re looking to change up your appearance, here are some simple things to consider:
Pack a new outfit for the interview that is not outdated but comfortable to wear. Ask people you know and trust for their best advice.
Consider a haircut. Talk to your stylist about a haircut that will boost your confidence and refresh your look. If you’re on a budget, many beauty schools offer free services and some salons offer discounts for longtime customers who are unemployed. Call ahead to inquire.
Makeup can work wonders for some people. Go to a mall, get some free makeup done, and spend a day getting used to the look before deciding if it works for you. If it works for you, then figure out how to replicate it. If not, soap and water will do.
Update your accessories and glasses. If you think your glasses are making you look older, try a different style to see if it makes you look younger.
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If you haven’t worked for a long time, it’s easy to get discouraged by repeated rejections. To combat this, celebrate the little things every day. Small victories will boost your confidence and ultimately lead to success.
Tori Johnson is a Workplace Contributor for “Good Morning America.” Talk to Johnson about your confidence. www.twitter.com/toryjohnsonwww.facebook.com/tory or www.toryjohnson.com
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