According to my classmate Paurl’s blog, the appearance of people can affect their works in their life. I agree with this opinion. After all, it is human nature to be interested in good-looking people.
“First impressions count, we all know this. However, did you know that people only have seven seconds before the future client or boss formulates this impression? Capitalizing on this time is crucial, which is why Catherine Hakim, a sociologist at the London School of Economics argues that erotic capital,“the combination of beauty, sex appeal, skills of self-presentation and social skills” (Globe & Mail) is just as valuable as an education and an applicable skill set, for both men and women, in the competitive job market. Boosting one’s ‘appeal’, Hakim argues, can be done through “smiling… dieting, personal trainers, fashion and even plastic surgery” (Globe & Mail). In fact, studies have shown that 13% of women would consider a procedure to increase their earning potential.
Shallowness is a harsh reality of the incredibly competative corporate world, and really questions employers ethics and morals. Is it right to hire an attractive employee if it helps boost sales? One might argue that they are simply using their attributes to their advantage, and yet others believe it is paramount to evaluate individuals based off their experience and strength of resume. Which is morally, ethically correct? Has physical beauty become a quality one can list on their job application? Maybe.”
1st, the impressions are very important for all of us according to psychology. Before we get to know each other well, we usually judge people based on what they look like and how they behave. If one is trained through to behave genteelly all the time, it is possible that this person will be more popular and successful than the people who seems rude. Moreover, most bosses would like to hire beautiful assistances in order to give the customers a good impression of the company. It is more comfortable to talk to a good-looking girl instead of a fat guy who seems like you own him 100000$ and wouldn’t pay back.
2nd, for business companies like restaurants and cafes, better looking shop gils&guys really affect the income of the company. People always be attracted by friendly and good-looking smiles and will be more willing to come back again. No need to mention if the customer fall in love with one of the good looking waitresses.
3rd, based on what Paul said, the ugly people can improve their out looks by surgery, training and many other ways. So it’s fair enough for everyone. If you are good-looking, you win. If you change yourself from ugly to beauty, you win. Same as competitions in the world: Try, or fail.