Comments on: Naturally Professional – A New Monthly Series by Afrobella and Curly Nikki! http://www.afrobella.com/2011/03/23/naturally-professional-a-new-monthly-series-by-afrobella-and-curly-nikki/ Natural Hair, Beauty, Fashion and Makeup Blog Wed, 19 Jun 2013 12:25:01 +0000 hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.5.1 By: Sophia http://www.afrobella.com/2011/03/23/naturally-professional-a-new-monthly-series-by-afrobella-and-curly-nikki/#comment-806727 Sophia Thu, 31 Mar 2011 02:20:08 +0000 http://www.afrobella.com/?p=5647#comment-806727 I’m excited for this! I’m about to graduate from college and I want my hair to be natural and professional because I’m going to be working in an office next year. I’m excited to see the styles :)

]]> By: BlackBetty http://www.afrobella.com/2011/03/23/naturally-professional-a-new-monthly-series-by-afrobella-and-curly-nikki/#comment-797505 BlackBetty Wed, 30 Mar 2011 01:07:43 +0000 http://www.afrobella.com/?p=5647#comment-797505 After watching a YouTube video of a former law firm coworker say that she’s looking for a straight hair wig to wear on interviews because her natural hair is unprofessional, I think this is right on time.

]]> By: quietdiva http://www.afrobella.com/2011/03/23/naturally-professional-a-new-monthly-series-by-afrobella-and-curly-nikki/#comment-763557 quietdiva Sat, 26 Mar 2011 18:20:08 +0000 http://www.afrobella.com/?p=5647#comment-763557 Great idea! For all the reasons you just said!

This young woman immediately came to mind when I read this: Window Snyder, Chief of Security at Mozilla.
http://www.usatoday.com/tech/news/computersecurity/2008-06-17-mozilla-window-snyder_N.htm

]]> By: Melissa http://www.afrobella.com/2011/03/23/naturally-professional-a-new-monthly-series-by-afrobella-and-curly-nikki/#comment-755245 Melissa Fri, 25 Mar 2011 14:23:13 +0000 http://www.afrobella.com/?p=5647#comment-755245 I agree with Lisamarie1215 comments. I think neatness, cleanliness and presentation should be more important. But I do not understand people sometimes because this is our hair, whether they like it or not. We are blessed that we can create different styles whether it be relaxed or natural. There are people of other races with kinky natural curly hair too. Sometimes I think our own people make it more of a big deal when it is just hair. People will always judge our appearance. Natural hair can be neat and professional.

]]> By: lisamarie1215 http://www.afrobella.com/2011/03/23/naturally-professional-a-new-monthly-series-by-afrobella-and-curly-nikki/#comment-749680 lisamarie1215 Thu, 24 Mar 2011 20:50:34 +0000 http://www.afrobella.com/?p=5647#comment-749680 Thank you Blackbird821 for making that statement. After almost 20 years in the corporate world, and as an African American woman, I have seen trends come and go and I have seen more acceptance of diverse styles, once you are working for a company. However; it is important to note that there are still many in hiring positions who have very conservative views. Although I agree that it is frustrating and unfair to have to make certain considerations about your natural hair when you are black, I think neatness and cleanliness are major factors. Just as with clothing, a little conservatism can go a long way for an interview.

]]> By: bella http://www.afrobella.com/2011/03/23/naturally-professional-a-new-monthly-series-by-afrobella-and-curly-nikki/#comment-749353 bella Thu, 24 Mar 2011 19:50:58 +0000 http://www.afrobella.com/?p=5647#comment-749353 yes of course pics are needed! I should have clearly stated that. My apologies!

]]> By: Blackbird821 http://www.afrobella.com/2011/03/23/naturally-professional-a-new-monthly-series-by-afrobella-and-curly-nikki/#comment-748453 Blackbird821 Thu, 24 Mar 2011 17:11:35 +0000 http://www.afrobella.com/?p=5647#comment-748453 Anon, I think that you are right that capability should be the defining characteristic. However, I work in HR and have seen candidates of equal measure be judged by their appearance. People’s bias does affect hiring and advancement. And this includes bias about hair.

]]> By: shawnte http://www.afrobella.com/2011/03/23/naturally-professional-a-new-monthly-series-by-afrobella-and-curly-nikki/#comment-748432 shawnte Thu, 24 Mar 2011 17:07:10 +0000 http://www.afrobella.com/?p=5647#comment-748432 this is an amazing idea. looking forward to this series.

]]> By: AnonCA http://www.afrobella.com/2011/03/23/naturally-professional-a-new-monthly-series-by-afrobella-and-curly-nikki/#comment-747849 AnonCA Thu, 24 Mar 2011 14:30:22 +0000 http://www.afrobella.com/?p=5647#comment-747849 Yes, it’s definitely a great idea. I think that those of use who have these jobs know that hair doesn’t matter, but a lot of people who don’t are the ones spreading the idea that it is viewed negatively. If you have a great resume and a great education, the rest does not matter.

]]> By: Sabbio http://www.afrobella.com/2011/03/23/naturally-professional-a-new-monthly-series-by-afrobella-and-curly-nikki/#comment-745566 Sabbio Thu, 24 Mar 2011 05:29:33 +0000 http://www.afrobella.com/?p=5647#comment-745566 I love this positive idea, how great to show achieved women with natural hair!

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