Chic!

There is a rather interesting advertisement on TV, where this rotund youngster is waiting for a job interview at an office. From his demeanour you might say that he has beaten the street, in search of gainful employment. A few minutes later, in walks a graceful lady,stylish and chic, superbly proportioned and a great personality to boot. Our young friend, takes one sideways glance at her, packs his stuff and departs. He knows he does not stand, one heck of a chance, with that kind of competition!

What does that tell us? The truth is that first impressions do matter, at interviews and unless, the interviewer is skilled and trained, and the interview process has adequate rigor an organization is going to land itself with folk who may not be the right fit for a job. A tragedy!

Strangely, interviewers thought that, interviews carried out on telephone would preclude this bias............and one would have a fairer selection.Data indicates that this is not true and the better lookers, continue to do well on telephonic interviews!!!!!!!

Why? I think I can guess the answer. Can you? Do write in.