The following might be tough to read for some men readers.

Let me explain.

When I ask senior leaders what behaviour or attitude has paid off for them in their careers, many say ‘Transparency, Candour, Frankness’ and similar words.

The top performers I work with don’t hide who they are. They realise that whenever someone sees them or hears them it forms an impression and a potential for loss or for gain.

With transparency and the thought that you’re always leaving an impression in mind, let me suggest this (and excuse my temerity):

That, if you have a ‘comb-over’, you consider changing your hair style so there is no comb-over. This may mean shaving a part of your head that has thinned or shaving your entire head.

I’m not suggesting this is an easy thing to do.

However, in my view, ‘hiding’/covering over the skin of your head, is not consistent with a transparent presentation of yourself to the world.

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Own the Conversation

Consider doing this

1. Get trusted person(s) feedback on your hairstyle.
2. If you decide to change your hairstyle, discuss styling options with your hair cutter – that convey a transparent presentation of yourself.

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p.s. here is a post with 10 questions to answer before giving up on a dream