It's like smiling when you talk on the phone...

When you talk on the phone, if you smile, people can "hear' the smile in your voice.
As cute and humorous as this post is, there is an element of truth to what is said. If you dress appropriately, you will reflect your professionalism while you work - even if it is virtually.

clipped from stevebrewer.blogspot.com Home Front Memo to those who work at home: Work-at-home wardrobe rules It has come to our attention that you folks who don't go to an office every day do not adhere to an enforceable dress code. 12. We here at the main office recognize that many of you enjoy the comfort of bare feet. But there are many hazards lurking in your home. Sharp-cornered plastic Legos. Need we say more? 13. Similarly, working in the nude to circumvent these regulations is not recommended. That coffee is hot. Trust us.