DRESS CODE FOR MANAGERS
------------------------------------------------ M A H Shahi
INTRODUCTION
There are certain aspects of the development process such as professionalism that can be improved with a little self awareness and regulation. If you look and behave like a highly-trained and well-groomed professional you will win the respect and honor of peoples both in personal and professional field. In professional work environment you can’t neglect the fact, “First impressions count”. The logic behind the quote is so strong that, knowledge on proper business attire has become a measurement tool of professionalism among executives. It is practiced increasingly and even standardized to include in the company code of conduct in the first world countries.
OBJECTIVE
Bangladeshi economy is mostly influenced by US companies in terms of exporting. Undeniably, if we can implement some of the US work culture in Bangladesh, we will be able to better understand them and maximize our opportunity with them. Why not start from the basics then? But, as a Muslim country we have to respect our religious views as well. So, to avoid confusion, Business attire is a must to codify in Bangladesh.
Companies should develop dress code standards based on their objective, nature of business, interaction level as well as geographical location, seasonal change, weather condition, organizational culture, religious views, sexual equity etc. and of course, to help provide their employees with guidance about what is appropriate to wear at work. Company's objective in establishing a business attire code, is to allow employees to work comfortably in the workplace while maintaining a professional image for customers, potential employees, and community visitors.< ...