Posts Tagged ‘careers’

Making your appearance work for your career

Monday, July 13th, 2009

Even though the opportunities for working women have changed radically over the last half century there are plenty of people that still believe that women have an unfair deal in the workplace. I’m lucky enough to have found a job I love and where I feel respected, but not everyone is so lucky – especially at the moment, with so many facing a grim time when it comes to money. (more…)

Careers and Brangelina effect boosting cosmetic surgery

Wednesday, June 3rd, 2009

A recent study has suggested that while intelligence is instrumental in securing a successful career, good looks can also play a part in clinching promotions or pay rises.

The research, published in the American Psychological Association’s Journal of Applied Psychology, questioned a group of 191 people aged between 25 to 75 years on topics ranging from income to levels of confidence and educational achievement. WAToday reports that respondents were also required to undergo intelligence tests and their attractiveness was measured by the study team. (more…)