Opportunity, or trap?

[Wenda]

Our company has gotten really serious about customer service, believing that is the only thing that differentiates us from anyone else in the industry. I agree.
They also believe that exceptional staff attitude is the basis for exceptional service. No Question.
So, at a team meeting last week, one of the suggestions was a Staff vs Management ball game. Good idea. Since my glove is at the lake, I will keep score, ice beer, whatever.
This morning, one of the other managers came by brandishing a registration form she had produced, recruiting sign-ups for this game. Asked for people who knew of locations for defibrillators to be listed, the usual good stuff. She is very athletic, competetive and has great shoes. She had positions, manager, cheerleader, etc. I signed up under 'cheerleader'. I am the marketing person. Makes sense, right? As she left, she said, "Thanks, and of course you know that requires a short skirt and pom-poms!" Does she have a hint? Not to worry.
By noon, there were several names on both sheets. At 2:30, just prior to an important meeting, I went by a half dozen women around the sign-up sheet, all talking about how I was going to be dressed as the Management Cheerleader! I commented that, when I signed the sheet, there was nothing indicating any kind of dress code, at which point one of the very busty managers appeared to be filling in the dress code section.
I have thought about this tonight. I went by a discount store and, lo and behold, found a short black (slightly ****ty) skirt that fits. Covers the top third of my thighs. Is this a sign?
Some of the staff know about my aluminum Bras With Bling bra. I am thinking, black (ladies) turtleneck, C forms, WalMart bra, black pantyhose, tucked, little short black skirt. Question: silver go-go boots and gloves, or black alligator boots and black gloves?
What do Cheerleaders do nowadays? I will take one for the team, but is this too dangerous? When I posted about "Bras With Bling" I got some good feedback. This is scheduled for next Wedesday. If I do it en femme, I need to find an appropriate wig, and get one of the local spas to do my makeup.
DEAL or NO DEAL?:straightface: :p

[Connieminiskirts]

Wenda, I would go for it!! DO the best, and be the best cheerleader uyour Co. could have. Sounds like it could be fun. But if you are seriously worried this is some kind of a set-up, is there a way to check it all out before you jump in?

[Deborah]

Most of them will think you're doing it for fun (meaning to amuse the others) and may never catch on you CD if that's what you're worried about.
I'd do it...probably get away with it and never hear of it again.

Good Luck.:happy:

[jenny_centaur]

If I were in your position, and if I had the slightest suspicion anyone at work knew of my crossdressing, I'd take the cheerleading role, and I'd dress as Keith Flint out of the prodigy.

http://theprodigy.info/pictures/captures/videos/firestarter/fullsize/JPN_3.jpg

http://theprodigy.info/pictures/captures/videos/firestarter/fullsize/JPN_32.jpg

I prefer to leave my crossdressing until after work. I think it makes life less complicated.

[Helen MC]

I'd shun this like the plague! If it goes wrong then you have revealed yourself and even although it was 30 years ago now I can still bitterly recall how being accidentally outed at work can make your life a misery.

For my part "Work" and "Life" are two separate planets . I travel 5 days a week to Planet Work from my homebase on Planet Life and am friendly towards the lifeforms I encounter there I, but I can't and don't live on "Work" and do not invite the aliens from that system into my personal existance on Planet Life.

Accordingly I would not have anything to do with such an activity unless the alternative was to be sacked from that job. Work to me is to provide the money to live Life away from Work and I ask my employers to "Butt Out" of my leisure and quality time.

[susandrea]

Not exactly the same, but close!

http://news.search.yahoo.com/news/search?p=baton+bob&c=av

Click on the title Baton Bob Gives Life a Twirl and watch the video. (There will be a commercial first).

Bob certainly has a great attitude! :D

(About your question-- be careful. It doesn't take much for gossip to start. Only you know your work atmosphere can handle. If they're a fairly decent bunch, then go for it. If not, ask yourself if you could take the negative vibe that may happen.)

[~Dee~]

id go for it.
it sounds like you have their respect at work and are also a nicely close team too .. so why not?
go play around and enjoy the day, im sure they will see the good side of it.
:D

[Wenda]

I bought some large pantihose two weeks ago, in the sale bin for $.94. Tried them on tonight. They not only fit, they have a seam down the back. Too Sexy! That has to be another sign!!
When I ask about a trap, I am not referring to a deliberate or malevolent trap, but a situation that one inadvertantly wanders into. I think I may approach the sexy leader with the great shoes and ask for some assistance in dressing, and see what the reaction is. Meanwhile, here I sit in my new p.hose, tucked, alligator boots, sexy little black skirt, forms, lacy black bra, black ladies turtleneck and black long satin gloves. Starting to feel like an underground cheerleader. What do cheerleaders do nowadays? (Don't say 'screw the team"!!) thanks for your thoughts. w.

[Melissa Ryan]

Do you like to have fun? Do you like to laugh? CAN you laugh with others at your own expense? Do you wanna do it? Could you see it as going further than others to be a promoting part of the team you work with? Whats the problem? Its an oppotunity that I read about so many waiting for Halloween to get something the same. For the life of me I cant see why you wouldnt! And later if you were outed, blame your work colleagues and get some $$$ and free tg councelling. Is a win win really! O and if they give it too hard after there is always stress leave so you can get paid to wear whatever you like! :D

Good luck! :happy:

[Brianna Lovely]

[FONT="Comic Sans MS"][SIZE="4"][COLOR="Magenta"] Is a win win really! O and if they give it too hard after there is always stress leave so you can get paid to wear whatever you like!

Melissa, I loved that one!

Wenda, I would do it. Heck, I bet many "straight" (not CD) men would do it, just for fun.

I don't think that I would wear all black though, "cheer" seems to call for some lively colors. Pink, perhaps? Hee, hee.
Hugs,
Brianna L

[AngelAshley]

I'd go for it :D

I've been part of my University Cheerleading squad for a little over a year now, so ask if you need any tips! heh. Here's a piccy of me in my uniform:
http://www.minaki.co.uk/Minaki2.jpg


Question: silver go-go boots and gloves, or black alligator boots and black gloves?
I wouldn't go for boots or gloves. Wear white trainers. Cheerleaders need to be very energetic and move around a lot! Also I'd avoid black. Go for light, bright colours! You'll probably be better off hiring a cheerleader uniform from a fancy dress shop.


What do Cheerleaders do nowadays?
That depends on the cheerleader! It's evolved quite a bit from just waving pompoms at the sidelines, although some squads still do that, quite a few do highly energetic routines envolving advanced stunts, dancing, gymnastics, jumps, etc. although you might find that a bit hard if there's only one of you! So unless you can do any gymnastics (Cartwheels, Roundoffs, Flips, Walkovers, etc) and you're not flexible enough to pull of a heel stretch or scorpian, you're pretty much limited to dancing around & cheering, getting the crowd going!

[sportschick]

Then don't. A cheerleader outfit with sneakers, a beard and hairy legs..sure.People would probably laugh. An attempt to look like a woman? Wouldn't take a genius to connect the dots on that one. Make sure the "pink fog" doesn't make you do something you'll regret in a big way.

[bredalee25]

Are you sure you want to wear black out in the heat? It's probabally going to get really hot and black will only make it hotter for you in the blazing sun. Do it have a little fun with it but rethink the color of your outfit. Yea approach the one with gteat shoes and do ask for help it'll kinda test the water so to speak.

ttfn

[Jillian310]

I think the skirts worn by UCLA, cute short pleated, white with trim at the bottom are the absolute best and what I would try for, but not the sweaters they wear - - too hot in the summer. Id wear a t that matched the trim on the skirt, which BTW, comes with white spandex panty bottoms that are so sexy. To be on the safe side, get hold of a megaphone so you dont have to jump around too much, can't have the boobs falling out, and lead the cheers in your best masc voice!

[Stacie Stockman]

Go ahead and do it. If anyone asks why the complete costume was necessary, just say "I dont believe in doing stuff half-assed. I signed up as a cheerleader and a cheerleader you'll get."

[btmgrl6]

I hate to be a stick in the mud, but did you ever stop to think that she was kidding you about the skirt? You know... like cheer leaders wear skirts, or maybe she was trying to hint that the girls should be the cheer leaders.
I am not trying to rain on your parade. If you have read any of threads and or posts, you'll have found that I am all for coming out.....damn the torpepos and all that. How would you feel if you showed up in a skirt and.......and the reception was not what you expected. you could play it off as a joke...ha ha ha.
Sounds a bit risky to me.. please be careful.

Steph

[Kaitlyn Michele]

the better you look

the more fun you'll have

and the more likely they all know your "interests"

i think only you can decide..

if you like your job and it pays the bills, pls be careful!!!!!! its a real world out there, and not everyone is as tolerant as they should be

not fair, but true

good luck!!

[Katrina]

I have to agree with the girls that suggest being conservative and not doing it. I don't think I would want to be the big joke at the office. Maybe in front of friends on Halloween or a costume party, but not for work people. That is unless you are already outed and they accept you.

[Wenda]

Lots of great answers. I picked up a nice little white skirt, some new white joggers, and a backless white top. Yesterday another person, lady, signed up as cheerleader. She is in the same position the the lady with great shoes. She is coming in tomorrow, and I am going to check with her before I get carried away. In the meantime, I have two great cute little pleated skirts which I have been looking for, a pair of leather joggers which are comfy and were on sale at Payless for $15, and a great new top on sale for $7.... all the signs....
I will keep you posted. If I do it, I have already decided not to wear breast forms. They just look too great under the top. I will use nu-bra just to give a hint of bosom. We'll see. :straightface:

[Sally24]

Go for it if you want, but don't be too good! You seem to already be on to that with the breast forms. If you move very femme normally, don't when cheerleading. They'll notice if you look too comfortable and natural.

That doesn't mean don't have fun, just don't look like a pro crossdresser!

Let us know how it comes out.....and don't forget the pics!

Good luck!

[susiej]

The issue with this opportunity, like so many similar others we've seen here, is what are you wagering on this? What can you lose, and what can you win?

If at the end of the day, everybody has a good time, and your 'cheerleader' schtick either goes over well, or at least doesn't hang a big pink "Transgender" label on your back, well, wot th'ell, Tony? It almost looks like a free pass! This could be one of those memorable corporate events that lives on in people's minds for years. "Remember that party we had back in '06? Mr. What's-his-name, you know, VP of Engineering, came as "Wenda, bimbo cheerleader. He was OMG fantastic! I so admired his self-confidence and nerve to do that!"

But, it is your job, after all. How secure are you in it otherwise? If you're one of the folks the company can't possibly do without, and you are appreciated by everyone, you will probably be *more* appreciated after this, as a person who can "put it on the line" for a good time. But, if you're worried about your next performance review, or (worst case), you've been caught pinching the posterior of the VP of Human Resources, I'd give it a pass :).

Hugs,
Susie

[Ann lee]

Hey hun if you can take all the laughing and joking that'll probaly come along with it, have a blast!!! its like another halloween, i would jump for it in a heart beat!!!!

[patti]

This sounds like a GREAT Opportunity! Go for it and have a Super Time of it!!!

[Nikki A.]

It's a tough one. It could be lots os fun but there is a risk. Only you know how conservative the upper ranks are and how will it affect your career in the short and long run.

[Joy Carter]

Then don't. A cheerleader outfit with sneakers, a beard and hairy legs..sure.People would probably laugh. An attempt to look like a woman? Wouldn't take a genius to connect the dots on that one. Make sure the "pink fog" doesn't make you do something you'll regret in a big way.

DITTO"S here big time !

[Cherry Lynn]

Wenda, only you know how it will impact you and need to make your own decision. If it was me I would jump at the chance but then I am self-employed so I do not have to worry about losing my job. Whatever you decide I hope you have fun.

[KatieZ]

Well the outfit sounds good, but if you really don't want to out yourself, go without the wig and wear too much makeup. You'll look more caricatureish and less like a crossdresser.


Hugs

[CandaceLace]

Go for it!!! A few years ago I held a job in the welding field still do actually. I had a costume party at my home and invited everyone fro work to my house. they all knew me as a manly man as most of you are possibly known as well. before the party My ex wife ,who became an ex for other reasons than my dressing, helped me squeeze into a corset. I then put ona black mini skirt blouse wig clip on earings my fav knee high boots and some stockings. everyone had a laugh at my party but before the night was over I had gotten many compliments on how beautiful I was as a woman. I feared the worst but everything was for the best. I was the biggest hit at the party and even talked about the next day in a good way. people were saying that I knew how to throw a party and live it up.
Candace

[jillinla]

as was said - "like the plague"

a non CD guy might do this, but he would be awkward, uncomfortable,
and embarassed until he got drunk

you might show your enjoyment of the clothes too much

it's like a Halloween party out here
you can always tell the who really like drssing as a girl and who's doing it for a goof

[Joanie]

Too many risks. One wrong comment about how much you are enjoying it or someone becoming suspicious. I agree with the poster about keeping Planet Work well away from this!

[racquel]

It's called an opportunity for a reason.Go for it girl.

[AngelAshley]

It's a ball game for crying out loud. It's meant to be a bit of light fun! I really don't think anyone's going to loose their job over wearign a cheerleader uniform to it. Maybe if you went to work on a normal day wearing a cheerleader uniform you might get in some trouble.
People are not constantly on the look out for who's a cross dresser and who's not, and genrally speaking, they're not very good at it. How well you do your make up is going to have minimal effect on how people view you that day. And if you look as though you're enjoying yourself? It's a ball game! You're allowed to enjoy yourself. If you laugh and joke about everything that day, nobody's going to be able to tell when you're being serious and when you're not.

Anyone who thinks it's too risky really needs to grow a backbone...

[Cherry Lynn]

It's a ball game for crying out loud. It's meant to be a bit of light fun! I really don't think anyone's going to loose their job over wearign a cheerleader uniform to it. Maybe if you went to work on a normal day wearing a cheerleader uniform you might get in some trouble.
People are not constantly on the look out for who's a cross dresser and who's not, and genrally speaking, they're not very good at it. How well you do your make up is going to have minimal effect on how people view you that day. And if you look as though you're enjoying yourself? It's a ball game! You're allowed to enjoy yourself. If you laugh and joke about everything that day, nobody's going to be able to tell when you're being serious and when you're not.

Anyone who thinks it's too risky really needs to grow a backbone...
I agree

[LaceyDee]

I think if you dress and do it badly, everyone will go along with the joke. But if you dress and look hot, some people will begin to wonder. If I had any doubts, I would dress and look badly, but wear some nice undies underneath so it would be my little secret.

[Jodie_Lynn]

Sooooooooo What happened?????

Did you have the game, or what?

Update please.

:D

[Wenda]

:) The game was tonight at 6:30. I was in meetings all day until 3:30, then an hour drive home. Reshaved, tucked, taped, pantyhose, thong, short short white skirt, white halter top, new white runners, nuBra, scramble to the day spa that I had booked for the 'extreme makeover"!. Got there just after 5pm :)
I had my long blond wig, which i have never felt looked right and some eyelashes. One customer, 4 techs, all attractive young ladies. I had an appointment. Went to the makeup area (the lady behind me getting a pedicure was quite fascinated. The tech put about 5 different coats on my eyes and painted the eyeliner on, outlined my lips with pencil and painted the lipstick, styled my wig, did my cleavage, and painted my nails a nice harlot red. I had track pants over my stockings and skirt, and a loose shirt which I put back on when I left. Got in my truck and drove to a friend's business, a high-end lingerie shop. (See Bras With Bling). I went in, and slipped out of my track pants and shirt as she was coming from the back. "Can I help you" she asked. "Hi, my name's Polly, Polly Darton." in my sweetest little Dolly voice.
'OH... MY... GOD!!!" That's you..!!! Oh My God ... you have better legs than me!" Another friend has recently opened a tasteful but very exotic adult love store downstairs, and came to the front. She just stood and stared. Finally P said, "You know who this is, don't you?" S just nodded. "Great legs".
Then they got into it, found a white spiral springy bra with red lips on it, that they conviced me was absolutely essential. (I was a little unsure, but it was a super hit with some of the younger women). Put a rose in my hair and a piece of jewellery on the back of my skirt. Admired their work, then we HAD to go and stand in front of the store, on Main Street (luckily after 6 pm by this time) so that they could enjoy the looks I got.
The reaction at the ball park was similar. I think it freaked some of the guys out a bit, but everyone was into it. The other cheerleaders didn't come onto the field, so I ended up cheering and keeping score. Staff 15, mgt 5.
Then, we had to go to the bar. I thought about this a while. Drove down, parked, and waited till some others showed up. The 6'1" 230 lb blond amazon joined three other ladies. We met 4 guys, and snickered about the glances, then one of the women said the company name. I heard a voice "...is that YOU?" I considered keeping walking, but, once busted, go with it. Another committee member (lingerie girl is also on that committee). Had to pose for some cell phone images. Had a great time at the bar, no problems, did a lap dance for an employee that was moving out of town. Turned out the co-worker sitting across from me, then beside me, stroking my leg, is bi. Said I was a dream come true. Pinch me, wake me up!!!
By this time the crowd is down to about 6 stalwarts who decide we need to go to the kareoke bar two blocks away.
I had been tucked since 4:20. It was now 11 pm. I had to go home, untape, and pee away 3 pints. When I looked in the mirror, I loved the eye makeup so much, I changed to my short wig, black turtleneck asymetrical forms, stretchy lady's jeans went down to see if they were there. YUP! More fun. Drove one young woman home, she has dibs on the spiral bra. It's now 2 am, and I have to be at work at 8, but I just had to share. Anyone with a brain can figure out that I have done this before, but the reaction was just so positve, I am thrilled. Not to sure about all the e-pics floating around the internet, but I will deal with that tomorrow. I guess I have to remove the make-up:( and go to bed, but, it has been a great adventure. Thank you all for your support and your concern. It may turn out to be a career-limiting move, but at the moment, I don't have any regrets. luv, w. :hugs:

[SherriePall]

Wenda -- Apparently it worked out well for you. And after all our worrying and concern about what might happen. Hope all went well at work then. Take care.

[Wenda]

The senior person at work thanked me this morning for going the extra mile. Life is good.

[SarahP]

That is awesome Wenda! I am so glad you had a great time. I would love for that opportunity to happen to me. Where the new white runners women's as well and what kind? What shoes did you wear after you went home and changed? A pair of boots with a nice heal perhaps. I am always interested in the shoes. Good for you. Congratulations.

SarahP

[Sophia Rearen]

And how are things now, dear?

[Wenda]

That is awesome Wenda! I am so glad you had a great time. I would love for that opportunity to happen to me. Where the new white runners women's as well and what kind? What shoes did you wear after you went home and changed? A pair of boots with a nice heal perhaps. I am always interested in the shoes. Good for you. Congratulations.

SarahP
Shoes are good. I was tempted to change into boots, including the pair in my Avatar, but, I thought that would be pushing my luck. I stuck to the white Ladies size 11 runners, white with teal stripes. A bit efemininite, but, could be gender nuetral. Not a time to show up in my shiny vinyl thigh-highs, although it did occur to me. Good thing I managed to avoid the Tequilla.

[Wenda]

And how are things now, dear?
'Things' are great. Got a nomination from a co-worker for a service award, no-one's cell phone cameras were working for the lap dance, everything seems cool. There were a couple of moments when I was pretty unsure, but, going with the positive atmosphere, everything worked out. Dream come true, although, seeing the pics, I now have even more respect for the girls who dress in the tight skimpy outfits that show every little wrinkle and roll. If I ever do that again, I will need to drop about 20 pounds!

[chantelle]

I am of two minds as this could be great for u and bad. Both would seem right to advise u on, yet go with your own feelings on this. I am daring enought to do something like this. U might be too.

[Helen MC]

Wenda, I'm glad it went well for you after all, but it was a very dangerous play!

Thankfully my employers wouldn't dare ask anyone to do something like this and indeed could fall foul of our UK/European Community Human Rights Laws if they tried to coerce an employee to take part in such activities against their will.

Although we have an idiot of an HR manager who does try to cross the line between Home and Work and as a result is as popular with many workers of all ranks as a fart in a spacesuit, Senior Management (the men with the power) tend to hang back. Any social activities run by the business are voluntary and held out of work hours, on the very rare occasion that they do hold them in work time they allow the choice of participation or doing the job one is paid to do. I remain at my work bench in such circumstances.

I CD at home, (apart from underdressing in panties 24/7), I work at work, I have my own social activities which have nothing to do with my employment, and which do not involve any of my co-workers, and take place far away from the factory and that is how I like it to be.

[Wenda]

Hi Helen, this was also completely voluntary. It was organized by staff and management, mostly mgt, as a team-building event. I doubt that it would be legal for my employer to require me to do it, or even ask me to do it. It was a 'challenge' from another management person, one step down the totem pole. If someone had told me to do it, I would have told them to go piss up a rope.

[fionasboots]

Wenda, two questions; first of all how lucky, lucky, lucky are you! I'm very, very, very, etc jealous! And second, how does one piss up a rope? :D

[fionasboots]

BTW, I agree with the comments you got; nice legs hon :lovestruck:

[Wenda]

how does one piss up a rope? :D
:heehee: :heehee: LOL! with some difficulty! Never thought of that actual expression in a literal way before. I guess it would be similar to 'go pound sand' ? also hard to visualize. :D :D

[Ranee Daze]

Helen MC has it right.....the potential for disaster is too great. Weigh what you have to lose with what you have to gain. One is permanent, the other merely transient. Buy the boots, skirt and pom-poms and dance in front of the mirror at home, you'll be glad you did.
Eve is dangling the proverbial apple in your face, remember what happened to one of their sons!

[Ranee Daze]

Sorry, didn't read all of the posts. You are one lucky bugger. You should have spent the money on lottery ticket though. MC Still has it right. "Danger, Will Roboinson, Danger!!)

[LaceyDee]

A perfect opportunity to dress up and have fun. Isn't that what life is really all about??


ps How's my avatar? BTW it isn't a pic of me.