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nov04libride
big brother <3
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Me
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Re: Do you feel people are selected for a job
Posted by EmilyAKAMrsK
Yeaaaaa that is the way the world turns and the cookie crumbles. The best part of my job is wearing my jammies to work. I have been to interviews and had dh pull some strings and the errrr frumpy ( for lack of better terms) plain Jane would always beat me out. 
ohhh i thought the point was that the more attractive person got the job.
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MrsS2005
Mom of 3
Member since 11/05 13118 total posts
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B
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Re: Do you feel people are selected for a job
Yes, especially for job where there is customer/client interaction. I think people want attractive, put together people representing their company.
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| Posted 7/26/06 9:14 AM |
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Blu-ize
Plan B is Now Plan A
Member since 7/05 32475 total posts
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Susan
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Re: Do you feel people are selected for a job
I worked for a law firm that did this. They hired a certain type of female. Although the creds have to be in place they always hired a certain type.
The head of the law firm would say after an interview that they guy graduated blah...this school and he's good looking to boot!
Not exactly PC!
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| Posted 7/26/06 9:17 AM |
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leese
Sarge!
Member since 5/05 1965 total posts
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Leese
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Re: Do you feel people are selected for a job
I definitely feel this way.
I also just went on an interview and I feel that my "young" face got in the way. No matter my experience or talents, sometimes they can't get past that.
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| Posted 7/26/06 9:30 AM |
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tann22
LIF Adult
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Re: Do you feel people are selected for a job
YES
I see it at my job all time.
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| Posted 7/26/06 9:35 AM |
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CaseyGirl
Mommy to 3 Boys :)
Member since 5/05 19978 total posts
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Jen - counting my blessings...
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Re: Do you feel people are selected for a job
Well, being in HR, I have had exp in the advertising world where I witnessed people being selected for their "look" and how "cool" they were. You had to have a certain look and feel to work there. Sad but true.
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| Posted 7/26/06 4:00 PM |
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Palebride
I am an amazing bakist
Member since 5/05 13673 total posts
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Lori
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Re: Do you feel people are selected for a job
I also think confidence can make a person more attractive.
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| Posted 7/26/06 4:08 PM |
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LadyMaravilla
Fall Is Here
Member since 5/05 12023 total posts
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Sonia
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Re: Do you feel people are selected for a job
Posted by nrthshgrl
Appearance has a lot to do with people getting hired. It's a proven fact.
I do think it's a shame because there are many people who are more qualified for the position.
I agree. It's sad but true.
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| Posted 7/26/06 4:09 PM |
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Lucky09
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DW
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Re: Do you feel people are selected for a job
Yes - at my current company we all fit a certain mold / look alike in the office. It was scary actually! 
Being nice looking can sometimes work against you. I have had VP's of companies smile at me and ask me if I need them to explain things again... And while smiling and politely saying, "no, I understand what you are saying"... I am really thinking, "um, buddy, I didn't graduate with a Master's with honors from my good looks". 
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| Posted 7/26/06 4:21 PM |
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eroxgirl
My Loves
Member since 5/05 15697 total posts
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Rebecca
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Re: Do you feel people are selected for a job
Absolutely! It cuts both ways though, depending on the office.
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| Posted 7/26/06 5:27 PM |
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Jackie24
~We Did it~
Member since 7/06 6718 total posts
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Jackie
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Re: Do you feel people are selected for a job
i def do.......its pretty sad
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| Posted 7/26/06 5:40 PM |
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Re: Do you feel people are selected for a job
Yes. I worked for a dr office in where girls were coming in for receptionist jobs and my manager told me to tell one girl the position was filled because of her weight. I wouldnt do it because of my morals but I think that it plays a role for sure in whether or not someone is hired.
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| Posted 7/26/06 5:55 PM |
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curliegirl
He's here!!!!
Member since 3/06 10128 total posts
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Gina
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Re: Do you feel people are selected for a job
uh huh.
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| Posted 7/26/06 6:16 PM |
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MrsFlatbread
Skinny jeans are in my future
Member since 6/06 10258 total posts
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Baby Momma
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Re: Do you feel people are selected for a job
Definately. It's the human brain...it's programmed to seek out the most "fit". "Most fit" according to the human brain=most attractive.
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| Posted 7/26/06 6:46 PM |
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Shroggie
Don't Worry...Be Happy
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Re: Do you feel people are selected for a job
Yes
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| Posted 7/26/06 6:51 PM |
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Goldi0218
My miracles!
Member since 12/05 23902 total posts
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Leslie
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Re: Do you feel people are selected for a job
Posted by preshy7
so if you make a nice appearance, wear flattering clothes and nice makeup, i really think you can get any job
EUREKA! ITS POLE DANCING FOR ME!!!
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| Posted 7/26/06 6:58 PM |
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