| Update wardrobe for job success Abridged Chicago Tribune CHICAGO, IL — A recent study by two economists at Elon University in North Carolina suggests people — particularly men — who invest in their appearance receive higher pay. The thinking is, if you care enough to put on a necktie, there’s a good chance you’re also a conscientious and agreeable worker. While good grooming wasn’t a negative for women, it didn’t boost pay since women are often assumed to be detail-oriented anyway. The study, by professors Steve DeLoach and Tina Das, adds to a body of research on the topic. One paper, published in 1994, found that men with facial symmetry — a handsome mug, essentially — earned 12 percent to 15 percent more than men who ranked in the lowest category for looks. Of course, rating attractiveness is not an exact science, and there is more to getting ahead than being a bombshell. But career coaches say it’s important for both genders to dress appropriately for the job. ——————– MilitaryConnection.com is a portal of all things military. We have thousands of pages and hundreds of databases of valuable information and resources. There is something for everyone. All of this is provided free to users. Additionally, we feature all types of Articles like this one to keep you informed. We will post your press releases, special events, newsletters, professional conferences and seminars, reunions, job fairs, and videos to help organizations get out the word. One of the areas of our focus is connecting candidates from the military community with outstanding government and civilian employers. We are well aware that candidates from the military community across the board have a work ethic second to none. They make highly valued employees. MilitaryConnection.com has a multitude of employment resources including a Directory of over 30,000 employers, Job Tips, Columns, our Job Board, Virtual Job Fair and much more. We understand the importance of education. Please check out our new Scholarship Directory featuring thousands of scholarships. When the next tour is back home, it’s on MilitaryConnection.com.
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