compulsive compartmentalization

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Dear General Madine,

I’ve often been given the advice “dress for success.” Given the number of options for personal style (not to mention the fickleness of fads) what can I do to create my own aura of competence while not having to reinvent my look every six months?

Sincerely,
Ambitious in the USA

Dear Ambitious,

Shirts and shoes may be all that’s required for patronage, but to move way ahead in the ranks you’ll have to snap to it with attire that commands the respect of whatever rabble you happen to be leading.

Never underestimate the value of a good stick. You can never be too sure when a co-worker’s dog might attempt to dislocate your shoulder during a friendly game of hologram chess.

Also, creating a helmet made of your own hair is a good way to demonstrate your resourcefulness. Hats go in and out of style, but human hair is always desirable for the top of the head…no matter the decade.

In addition to the accessories that you carry with you at all times, remember the value of a sweet ride. Stealing a rival’s vehicle is a great way to command the respect of your peers, providing it can’t be linked back to you and that it is stolen with an acceptable loss in manpower and equipment.

I hope this helps,

General Madine

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