See Past My Tattoo

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Speech Title: “Can you see past my tattoo” Speech Purpose: To persuade Thesis: The number of people with tattoos is continually growing, but employers are still reluctant to hire those with visible tattoos Introduction • Attention getting material. Is there anyone here that does not like tattoos or likes them, but would never think of getting one? Today, tattoos are a growing in popularity when before tattoos were only seen on people in a circus as an act or on military veterans who wanted to display their troop proudly. • Audience connection. Even though there is this growing popularity of tattoos, entry-level jobs require strict dress code policies disapproving the sight of tattoos while at work. Why don’t employers allow tattoos to be seen? It is because in the work place we want a professional, responsible appearance. • Establish Credibility. I am making it my job today to prove to you that there should be an acceptance of tattoos in the workplace. I will go over why people have a tattoo, the negative effect a tattoo can have, and finally new regulations in some companies and what people are doing just to keeping getting that new ink. • Thesis: The number of people with tattoos is continually growing, but employers are still reluctant to hire those with visible tattoos • Preview of main points: Today I will be talking to you about how tattoo professionals are being discriminated against, and how having art on your body should not be used against you to earn, keep or progress within a company. Transition: First let me tell you about the statistics of tattooed people in America. ` I. Why do people have tattoos A. Some get them because each one holds a special meaning B. They have reached a milestone in their life. 1. Statistics show that 40% adults 26-40 have at least one tattoo 2. 45 million Americans have at least one tattoo C. Over 1.65 billion
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