Tribe.net. Local Connections ann e http://dreadlocks.tribe.net/thread/cc52c7f3-d7e5-4cdb-ab4d-3f1994c25231#caf305f7-5ffd-45ae-9755-c1ee155bb3f8 2009-07-13T18:12:57Z 2009-07-13T18:12:57Z

i'm in des moines, a really straight small city that's totally i love with calling itself the "metro" (it's so sad), and finding regular employment has been nearly impossible. however, i was told that once i had my bachelor's degree and teaching certificate this wouldn't be such a problem. asking around locally is a great idea. also, if you would like to relocate to an area that would be totally accepting of your hair, there are places- humboldt county, ca is amazing! it has a really diverse culture, lots of stuff going on, and you'd have no problem getting a job because of your dreads- tons of people have them.

ann e 2009-07-13T18:12:57Z Lee Ann http://dreadlocks.tribe.net/thread/cc52c7f3-d7e5-4cdb-ab4d-3f1994c25231#59dfe343-8433-420e-9dec-30ccab7da6f1 2009-07-13T13:38:25Z 2009-07-13T13:38:25Z

The photo idea is very good. That is how I got my last job. I was in another state and didn't want to drive 8 hours if they weren't open to my appearance. After I sent my resume and they expressed interest and wanted to set up an interview, I included with my response a recent photo and explained that if they weren't interested because of my appearance, no hard feelings...They emailed back that not only did they want to continue the interview process, but they were very impressed that I was so open and honest and concerned about not wasting anyone's time.

Lee Ann 2009-07-13T13:38:25Z Alicia http://dreadlocks.tribe.net/thread/cc52c7f3-d7e5-4cdb-ab4d-3f1994c25231#215ea91c-f4e4-4ad9-af44-b1ab8555ba47 2009-07-01T19:24:48Z 2009-07-01T19:24:48Z

Perhaps take a nice photo of you with your previous dreads so they know what clean and nice looks like. I think a lot of people get the image of a homeless man or hippie that doesn't bathe. I am growing my hair out to hopefully do my second set of dreads as well. So my opinion is very biased. I am feeling the lust. I work at a law office in Lincoln, Nebraska and did also when I had my dreads the first time, so if I can get away with having dreads I think you should too. Good luck!

Alicia 2009-07-01T19:24:48Z niki http://dreadlocks.tribe.net/thread/cc52c7f3-d7e5-4cdb-ab4d-3f1994c25231#3269d388-e8df-4ab0-b5fd-f481ca8a1345 2009-05-29T07:00:32Z 2009-05-29T07:00:32Z

miage = image... <3

niki 2009-05-29T07:00:32Z niki http://dreadlocks.tribe.net/thread/cc52c7f3-d7e5-4cdb-ab4d-3f1994c25231#ea1c1df7-728b-4982-8b98-c0be083a2504 2009-05-29T07:00:09Z 2009-05-29T07:00:09Z

raquel, i feel you on this! i've been un.dreaded for a few months and feel dread lust pretty often. i think asking around is a great idea. and bottom line, if you do redread, your hair is an important part of your miage [which many people judge by, esp. in quick situaitons like an office visit etc.] but it isnt the only part of you that speaks to your qualities. i never had a problem finding good, honest work with typical people. my personal experience tells me that most people will look beyond your physical image if the rest of your demeanor projects the competance and qualification of any other non.dreaded employee. peace

niki 2009-05-29T07:00:09Z Amy http://dreadlocks.tribe.net/thread/cc52c7f3-d7e5-4cdb-ab4d-3f1994c25231#a9213178-df48-4ae2-a5d6-7587764563ea 2009-05-22T19:56:48Z 2009-05-22T19:56:48Z

I'm graduating from grad school (chiropractor) in 6 months and just dreaded my hair. Its something Ive wanted to do forever and I just went with it. I think if you keep them fairly neat looking (buns and such) while working, it should be fine!!

Amy 2009-05-22T19:56:48Z Beksta http://dreadlocks.tribe.net/thread/cc52c7f3-d7e5-4cdb-ab4d-3f1994c25231#9ca4df3b-359f-443a-b231-c94a8f761953 2009-05-21T10:38:54Z 2009-05-21T10:38:54Z

I think Elliot has the idea...try asking some local dentists...if they're neat and tidy, and can be put right back, I don;t see how they would have a problem with it...good luck! :D xx

Beksta 2009-05-21T10:38:54Z Elliot http://dreadlocks.tribe.net/thread/cc52c7f3-d7e5-4cdb-ab4d-3f1994c25231#d7ed6541-0661-4063-aa89-484ccccd0a66 2009-05-19T19:46:17Z 2009-05-19T19:46:17Z

Do it.... I was worried about all that stuff before, thats why I cut my 1st set off but I got them again and don't have a worry in the world, if you make them look neat and tie them up they will be fine I think. Why don't you go round dentists in your local area and ask them?

Elliot 2009-05-19T19:46:17Z Raquel http://dreadlocks.tribe.net/thread/cc52c7f3-d7e5-4cdb-ab4d-3f1994c25231#3bd661b9-a1c0-4980-b0b3-4fbe53597bc1 2009-05-19T18:34:35Z 2009-05-19T18:34:26Z

harrisburg pa...some is urban, some not. Im willing to relocate when im done school...which wont be until Fall of 2011

Raquel 2009-05-19T18:34:26Z David M. http://dreadlocks.tribe.net/thread/cc52c7f3-d7e5-4cdb-ab4d-3f1994c25231#5d1bf93b-8289-4a35-b314-6e3ddfb5c306 2009-05-19T17:47:05Z 2009-05-19T17:47:05Z

Do you live in a rural or urban area?

David M. 2009-05-19T17:47:05Z Raquel http://dreadlocks.tribe.net/thread/cc52c7f3-d7e5-4cdb-ab4d-3f1994c25231#4a5fc3a6-b6e8-491c-9f0e-4323f1859af7 2009-05-19T15:45:25Z 2009-05-19T15:45:25Z

You can see in my profile picture. they were so pretty. My hair is very course and thick and perfect for dreading. Im thinking im going to redread. Heres my issue. Im going to school for dental hygeniest. Anyone think i wont be hired with the dreadies??? HONESTLY.

Raquel 2009-05-19T15:45:25Z