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Letter from the Editor

This issue’s Taking Care of Our Own article focuses on the importance of maintaining a professional appearance.

Now, I am the first person to admit it: I hate clothes shopping! The mall is toxic to me. It’s like there’s a limited amount of air so I can’t stay too long before succumbing to the symptoms of mall fatigue, including crankiness, low self-esteem, etc. I frequently watch shows like TLC’s “What Not to Wear” and worry that one day I might end up in front of the 360 degree mirror discussing my “shape.”

But, like it or not, how we look impacts how others perceive us both personally and professionally. This human nature response applies to the first time you meet your sibling’s boyfriend or a new neighbor, as well as the first time you meet and interact with a patient, family member, colleague or other customer.

I’m not saying we have to break the bank on a full closet of the latest fashions, but the article Keeping Up Appearances is a nice reminder why it’s important for employees at a world-class institution to look professional.

Another great reason to focus on this topic is that it was suggested by an Inside View reader. If you have an idea for an article on how we can better Take Care of Our Own—or on another subject that will help Health System faculty and staff work better and build community—please send it to insideview@umich.edu.

Yours in fashion,
Allison

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