Outline the consequences of failing
to adhere, i.e., the Claremont notice said, "The school office can provide
alternate clothing for the day, if required."
Is this talking to adults like teenagers?
Well, that’s appropriate if they’re behaving like teenagers.
The purpose said the Claremont officials
"is to create a learning environment," and the purpose at work is to create
a working environment.Remember to nip it in the bud. The first time someone
breaks the code, take action, or you will
have lost your credibility -- and not
just in the area of dress code.
If you're the employee, listen up. My client
Marcia was returning to the work world after 2 years leave of absence to
care for her dying mother. She was looking forward to getting back to work,
and to dressing up. She applied for a job at
Habitat for Humanity and was told “We’re
construction industry. We wear slack and sandals.” That wasn't
what Marcia wanted, and it mattered to her.
My client Alexei nearly got fired because
he wouldn’t adhere to the dress code, despite his exceptional talents in
his field. He said when he took the job he “knew he could get them
to make an exception.” Is this wise? Not usually. Fight
your battles somewhere else, not where your bread and butter is concerned.
We each have our own values and priorities.
Part of EQ is thinking it through before you take the job. What must
you have? What can't you stand? Check it out. In my book, once you
sign on the dotted line, a deal's a deal. That's integrity.
That's EQ.
