Siyabonga Sithole: “Personally I don't think we should be denied employment opportunities because of such issues. I am aware that some can be provocative and in such instances I think the corporate has a right to protect their brand and image.”
Are tattoos and piercings a stain on your job prospects and career?
Jabu Gamede: “It depends on the type of piercing or tattoo a person has. Some tend to make other people feel uncomfortable so I think it comes down to how a person present themselves and which area of your body it covers.”Narboth Mathole: “I strongly believe that it is just art and people should be allowed to express themselves and explore their creativity.”Busisiwe Mkhonta: “It’s their body therefore whether they get modification or not it should never be a reason for them not to get hired.”Siphesihle Twala: “Piercings and tattoos are part of art so I think people should be allowed to freely and fully express themselves and they should not be judged for it.”Samkelo Sibeko: “I think it usually depends on the type of tattoo a person has because some represents gang signs and so forth while for others it might have a deeper meaning.”Nompumelelo Kunene: “I think if it doesn’t affect their work it should not be a problem. Some people are making a living out of tattoos to feed their families.”Noniya Ngobeni: “No, because its a way of expressing ourselves and we live in a free country.”
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