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It is a natural inclination of human beings to be attracted to more good-looking people. All that talk about beauty being seen in various ways is all apart from the simple fact that human beings are attracted to more good-looking people. It is not disturbing; it is a fact.
To answer your point about 'do members of HR, in fact, take beauty into consideration'? There are companies that will hire candidates only with a certain image. Why? Maybe the HR is not looking for beauty, but they will always go for the smarter-looking person.
And Ravi is a clown. I went to see who this person is making a joke in all serious forums of discussion, and what do I see? Chats with ladies only:-D
And then he complains about brains and beauty... while probably he hired half of those ladies himself.
Kavitha
From India, Bangalore
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It is a natural inclination of human beings to be attracted to more good-looking people. All that talk about beauty being seen in various ways is all apart from the simple fact that human beings are attracted to more good-looking people. It is not disturbing; it is a fact.
To answer your point about 'do members of HR, in fact, take beauty into consideration'? There are companies that will hire candidates only with a certain image. Why? Maybe the HR is not looking for beauty, but they will always go for the smarter-looking person.
And Ravi is a clown. I went to see who this person is making a joke in all serious forums of discussion, and what do I see? Chats with ladies only:-D
And then he complains about brains and beauty... while probably he hired half of those ladies himself.
Kavitha
From India, Bangalore
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The finding is true to some extent in the sense certain companies prefer smarter people for specific roles. However, beauty and smartness are often seen as two sides of the same coin. The truth remains that while beauty can help you get your foot in the door, proving oneself requires hard work and dedication. There is no alternative to that.
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Here, the study does not suggest that beauty is superior to brains. It simply states that having both brains and beauty helps in winning the tug of war. Thus, beauty is an added advantage. If (and only if) two persons have "equal brains," then beauty will indeed be a determinant of success - whether it be in terms of higher pay, promotions, or even selection in interviews.
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Devashish.
From United States, Schaumburg
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Well, I think it's true to some extent. But as Ravi said, some ads say "only female candidates preferred" because some openings are only meant for females, like EA or Front desk. On the contrary, some openings prefer males as well, so why pinpoint only females? Right, Ravi?
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I personally think this thing is hyped too much. Why do we not consider a case? Let's say a girl/boy goes for an interview in a BPO/KPO. Can we really say that he/she might be hired only if looks are considered? The implied answer is NO. Similarly, for the crew of Airlines (Airhostess/Steward), looks are extremely important, but there are exceptions too. There are air hostesses who are a bit plump, but they have been hired because of their complexion, personality, and hospitality attitudes. So, with this, we can partially conclude that the job profile and the industry define the priority of looks, skills, and intelligence. I hope this has answered the query effectively.
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Zalak Dave.
From India, Madurai
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Beauty is not bestowed on everyone, but what is in the hands of a person is grooming. I have come across many people in my life who are not good-looking as such but have developed good personalities and are well-groomed. I think everyone should focus on grooming. Even a very beautiful girl who is badly groomed is not impressive. Moreover, a personality and confidence to match that. To me, confidence is very beautiful.
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From India, Gurgaon
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Certainly true and generally depends on the job profile your are selecting.Is it not a great combination being beautiful and intelligent and applies to both gender.
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Beauty and good looks may count a bit, but at the end of the day, if there is no intelligence, good looks do not work. In my opinion, a presentable personality counts more than good looks. No one is ugly; it depends on the person how they make themselves look good. Confidence should be present within oneself.
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This is one of the most debated topics in recruitments. I must admit, quite naturally, for all the wrong reasons. I must admit that being an HR Manager, I do naturally look for the X factor in all the candidates we interview. The X factor necessarily means the confidence one must convey in their communication, attitude, and presentation, which includes how well one is groomed, and the way one carries and presents themselves overall. The one who possesses all these attributes always stands a good chance of getting through. In the long run, I've seen most of these candidates be successful in their work.
There have been times when we come across people who might look very promising but then may be of no good use. So why categorize? By the way, it is proven that when you look good, you are definitely confident. Above all, the most important thing is to believe in yourself that you are good! That's the difference; people who believe in themselves are the most confident of the lot, and they are the most sought-after individuals in the industry.
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There have been times when we come across people who might look very promising but then may be of no good use. So why categorize? By the way, it is proven that when you look good, you are definitely confident. Above all, the most important thing is to believe in yourself that you are good! That's the difference; people who believe in themselves are the most confident of the lot, and they are the most sought-after individuals in the industry.
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Beauty, attraction, brains... are all relative and subjective. What is beautiful or attractive to A may not be the same for B. Definitely, we cannot generalize. How beauty was defined in research is not clear. Was Mother Teresa beautiful or attractive? Is a squint-eyed, simple man like Infosys Narayana Murthy attractive?
When considering the career aspect, as I have observed in my 34 years of service, whether in UPSC officers or private sector officials at all levels, beauty is not the main criterion for success. It may be a bonus only for a shorter tenure.
Again, are beauty and attraction one and the same? For example, a lady supervisor in an office was attracted by my voice. There are many aspects of a person that can be attractive, and it's definitely not just about physical beauty. Otherwise, everybody should like Ishra... I reiterate, it's all about perception. I also believe that if somebody is hired by an employer based solely on looks, well, they are in for danger.
Anyway, this is a very debatable issue. I can provide many examples of people who are proud of their looks and behave as if they can rule the world, but they are mistaken. The perception of beauty should come from a pure conscience, lest it becomes lustfully vulgar.
Rider... Some of my comments have nothing to do with the original thread and are only additional input. Remember, it is again my perception.
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When considering the career aspect, as I have observed in my 34 years of service, whether in UPSC officers or private sector officials at all levels, beauty is not the main criterion for success. It may be a bonus only for a shorter tenure.
Again, are beauty and attraction one and the same? For example, a lady supervisor in an office was attracted by my voice. There are many aspects of a person that can be attractive, and it's definitely not just about physical beauty. Otherwise, everybody should like Ishra... I reiterate, it's all about perception. I also believe that if somebody is hired by an employer based solely on looks, well, they are in for danger.
Anyway, this is a very debatable issue. I can provide many examples of people who are proud of their looks and behave as if they can rule the world, but they are mistaken. The perception of beauty should come from a pure conscience, lest it becomes lustfully vulgar.
Rider... Some of my comments have nothing to do with the original thread and are only additional input. Remember, it is again my perception.
From India
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