Today’s topics: (1) Tattoos in the Workplace; (2) Appreciation at work; (3) Bad online reviews

Recent articles from Ragan Communications which may be of interest to you.

‘Personal branding’: Tattoos in the workplace – Many millennials have tattoos, but some executives and hiring managers might find them unseemly for communications professionals, regardless of age or the changing times.

NOTE– I recently spoke to a group of college students during a career week event, and this, as well as body piercings, was a hot topic! I’d love to hear your thoughts on this matter, either as a job candidate, or as a hiring manager. Please leave your comments below.

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Infographic: Only 12 percent of people receive frequent appreciation at work – Yet 56 percent of managers think their companies do a good job of showing appreciation. This graphic explains the disconnect.

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Bad online review: How should you respond? – A business owner in Washington, D.C., was so angry about negative notices on Yelp and Angie’s List that he sued the reviewer. Reputation experts say having a conversation is the better approach.