Great

by Mollysunshine Wednesday, March 6, 2013 at 01:46AM Report as inappropriate

Nice tips

by EricaF123 Saturday, March 2, 2013 at 12:30PM Report as inappropriate

Great tips. When you're working long hours, it can be easy to neglect things like skin care and hair cuts. This is incentive to stay on top of them -- as well as exercise and healthy snacks!

by purple9a Saturday, March 2, 2013 at 08:20AM Report as inappropriate

The blonde study is very interesting. I am from Norway, so I do not believe the comment bearem stated is correct.

by robyne00 Sunday, October 14, 2012 at 11:24AM Report as inappropriate

great

by Nicole2814 Wednesday, August 1, 2012 at 08:21PM Report as inappropriate

The study in Europe reached those conclusions because the wages are higher in the northen countries such as sweden or denmark (where most women are blonde) versus much lower wages in brunette populated countries such as greece or spain. These women don't earn more because if the colour of their hair, they do so because the countries have a more prosperous economy

by bearem Thursday, July 5, 2012 at 02:34AM Report as inappropriate

One good tip a HR person told me was th "WOW factor" when you talk on the on the phone smile, they can hear it on the other end.

by Only1KimmieD Wednesday, May 9, 2012 at 12:13PM Report as inappropriate

This was kind of boring. The thing about blondes making more money is an interesting study result, but that doesn't mean just anyone should go blonde...

by tallredamanda Thursday, March 22, 2012 at 11:33AM Report as inappropriate

Definitely have to smile but I can't go blonde because I am allergic to hair dye.

by powerwoman033 Sunday, March 11, 2012 at 11:21PM Report as inappropriate

Remembering to smile more! Don't think I would ever dye my hair blond though.

by MissXu Wednesday, January 4, 2012 at 06:49PM Report as inappropriate

I loved the tips about keeping almonds or fruit at your desk to avoid the break room

by sportimonki13 Wednesday, January 4, 2012 at 05:04PM Report as inappropriate

great tips

by Nicole2814 Saturday, December 17, 2011 at 08:14PM Report as inappropriate

good stuff

by anna_davis Sunday, November 27, 2011 at 07:59PM Report as inappropriate

Very good tips!

by taryn.romero Wednesday, October 19, 2011 at 08:30AM Report as inappropriate

Good advice. I've read the study that blonds make more money- and so do women who are considered "extremely thin". It's really sad that other forms of female beauty aren't as valuable in the workplace.

by hlm258 Tuesday, September 20, 2011 at 08:10AM Report as inappropriate

Eye contact, smile, etc... all good tips!

by MissPurple Wednesday, July 27, 2011 at 12:40PM Report as inappropriate

A smile does such wonderful things not just in work though.

by Only1KimmieD Tuesday, July 12, 2011 at 12:39PM Report as inappropriate

I can definitely agree that having the right attitude, looking the part, and projecting the right image can get you promoted. I'm just not so sure about the tip about blondes. LOL

by bukiyounahito Thursday, June 9, 2011 at 08:44AM Report as inappropriate

I like the article for the most part. Mantra, exercise, smiling, no caffiene...but being Blonde? Really? I'm Black, so how would that apply? There is no way I'm dying my hair blonde, so...um...

by msbrown822 Friday, April 15, 2011 at 07:41AM Report as inappropriate

Smiling is definitely good. Especially when you look in the mirror! Tell yourself you have a gorgeous smile, and walk out smiling. It'll put you in a better mood, and helps remind you how beautiful you are!

by LipglossandSpandex Friday, April 8, 2011 at 09:23PM Report as inappropriate

We know corporate America is not aways about hard work ethic, but DONT bleach your hair and DONT bang your boss (well...). These would only be temporary solutions. Try the blue eyeliners and mantras first. Good luck on that raise!

by BlackFleur145 Thursday, April 7, 2011 at 07:55PM Report as inappropriate

Don't bleach your hair. Don't bang your boss (welll...). I love the blue eyeliner idea and mantras definitely work. We know corporate America isn't always about hard work, but it's definitely not about bleach blondes.

by BlackFleur145 Thursday, April 7, 2011 at 07:47PM Report as inappropriate

LOL, what ?

by yckitsmary Thursday, April 7, 2011 at 04:19PM Report as inappropriate

I am not offended by the statistics about blonds having an edge. Positive attitude, exercise, and staying away from the break room can keep you focused on important issues.

by alictasia Tuesday, April 5, 2011 at 05:39PM Report as inappropriate

youre getting a job.....what does this have to do with anything

by judyangel101 Thursday, February 24, 2011 at 01:34PM Report as inappropriate

Positivity is contagious and a great way to start the work day. Great tips, but I don't really think the one about the hair color is applicable.

by Kristen_F Thursday, February 3, 2011 at 04:27PM Report as inappropriate

I've been blonde, red, brown, and now I'm back black and guess what? It didn't make a difference. When I worked corporate the only women that got he big bucks were the ones banging the boss, and uuuhhh that's NOT for me so...I don't agree with the blonde mess. On the otherhand positive energy never fails to amaze me.

by darkcocoa Wednesday, January 26, 2011 at 10:11AM Report as inappropriate

Great tips!

by dawnrager Monday, January 10, 2011 at 09:24AM Report as inappropriate

Good article, good tips, but the part about blonds making more money than the rest of us is rather offensive. Some of the smartest, most respected and well-compensated women where I work (benefits outsourcing company) have gray or silver hair, and are not even 50!

by Isis04 Thursday, December 23, 2010 at 09:42PM Report as inappropriate

Love tip #1, I'll definitely start doing this every morning, after all mind is very powerful! And exercise helps a lot! Also having a signature style [I dye one part of my hair purple and everyone notices when it's not around] I'll keep in mind this things, but the blond thing.. not for me! I love my black hair!!

by LiLing Sunday, December 5, 2010 at 10:58PM Report as inappropriate

If I want to get ahead I need to be a blonde?!! I'm Southeast Asian, I have black hair, I'm not about to bleach it just to satisfy some jerk's idea of what 'success' looks like. This is one area I'm in complete opposition with 'statistics'. Just for this reason I've rated this 1-star, would've been zero if it were an option. Very disappointing.

by Charziparzi Sunday, December 5, 2010 at 04:57PM Report as inappropriate

Some very good advice in this article. The best ones are to use blush to make yourself "look alive" and to keep your hair looking good. Every woman feel more confident when she has fabulous hair.

by pynkNymphette Monday, November 22, 2010 at 07:10PM Report as inappropriate

Wonderful Advice. thank you !

by deelishis911 Saturday, November 20, 2010 at 06:22PM Report as inappropriate

I really enjoyed this article. Very helpful. Thanks Total Beauty! :)

by michelle_franklyn Friday, November 19, 2010 at 05:58PM Report as inappropriate