Is it easier for beautiful people to secure jobs?

[eldavis]

I came across an argument recently, some persons believe that it is a lot easier for beautiful or attractive persons to secure a job compared to others, while there are does who believe looks don't matter but as long as you have all that it takes to fit that position, then you are good to go. Personally I feel it depends on the company and as well as the position you are going for. There are some companies that do not mind the level of your IQ, they just need someone attractive to act as the face of the company in some ways, while others do the main work.

 

[Starmix]

It is normal especially if that good-looking applicant has skills the company needs, if not, it is a useless personality. What matters this time is skill, not face. But if she or has a creative in that office, there is no problem with getting hired.

 

[nomad]

I think looks matter in the offline world. A person with average skills can be hired if he has better looks, however, exceptionally skilled worker with bad looks have lesser chance of getting hired.

 

[timewo]

I have noticed that it is easier for good looking people to get jobs, promotions especially in some sectors where the charm or appearance is important like air hostesses, modelling , entertainment sector.

 

[Starmix]

Good-looking individuals may get lucky once apply for a job. Their charm will give the manager especially if she is a female and so also to a male manager who may favor lovely candidates to work in his company.

 

[freelancermaria]

The attractiveness of a candidate can sometimes influence a hiring decision, but in most cases, companies prioritize qualifications when choosing the right person for the job.

 

[Shavkat]

It happens in South Korea. They can easily find a job for being a good looking applicant. The source is reliable as it was claimed by my Korean students.

 

[cherry123]

It is more about beauty and brains. it depends on the company and as well as the skills you have

 

[King Belieal]

Looks give a person the advantage of impression on first appearance. But that is not enough. It could be an edge with certain jobs.

 

[IB D]

The physical looks for a person could be a very strong selling point for that person when candidates attend being considered for jobs. Attractive people are considered and favoured if there is a tie amongst candidates that are competent.

 

[Stardom22]

I have really found out that in the most recent days for that matter so to speak.

 

[King Belieal]

Good looks would you some advantage when there is a tie on who to pick for the job.

 

[Golden9]

Looks definitely help in securing a job, but it's not only innate beauty that counts. Composure, eloquence and how you present yourself is also important.

 

[Kera]

There are certain jobs that looks are really considered. Apart from ability to sell, looks are also considered for marketing jobs.

 

[Etini Willie]

I would rather employ someone that is looking good and is averagely qualified than someone that is excellently qualified but looks awful.

 

[Fidelia]

Beautiful people would easily secure jobs that have to directly or indirectly do with relating with customers / public.

 

[Clandestine]

This thinking would get people with good looks entitled. Looks can help but it is not enough to sustain jobs.