While your appearance shouldn’t define or limit your career prospects, it is unfortunately the case that sometimes it does. Some careers put high value on the appearance of their employees and while this shouldn’t mean conforming to a particular standard or style, it should mean maintaining a good level of personal grooming.
Research conducted by Princeton explored just how significantly appearance could impact credibility. Participants rated the trustworthiness and likability of people based on their photographs and many judgements were made purely on appearance, even factors which aren’t easily changed like facial structure. Adjusting your appearance, including your choice of clothes and grooming technique, could be influencing your success in the workplace.
Grooming in the corporate world
Grooming is a vital factor for anyone working in the corporate world. Gone are the days when you had to be clean-shaven. However, the bearded among us have to keep it neat and ensure we’re on top of our regular trims to maintain a groomed look for the workplace.
Your appearance is often the thing that people notice first, and a groomed appearance will always go down in the boardroom, in interviews and in client meetings. Furthermore, looking good equates to feeling good and a groomed appearance that you’re comfortable with boosts self-confidence and self-assurance, which is often much needed in the world of work. Furthermore, a 13-year research study published in the Research in Social Stratification and Mobility looked at the career paths of over 14,000 men and women and found that those who are better groomed, irrespective of physical attractiveness, weight, age, or gender, are more likely to earn a higher salary than those who are not. This further cements the benefits of a good grooming regime for anyone looking to make the most of their career.
Building a good grooming routine
Men looking to advance and enhance their career opportunities should make personal grooming a priority. From dressing smartly with a wardrobe that aligns with your professional goals to regularly booking haircuts and beard trims, where necessary, it all adds up to creating the physical impression you want. Other basics include keeping on top of your skincare, ensuring clear, healthy skin, and looking after your health generally from dental care to deodorant and the basics of keeping yourself looking and feeling your best.
While we all recognise that your success at work should be based on your skills and abilities in your role and your potential for promotion, a lot more is at play in the real world. Caring about your appearance and how that reflects upon your company is important too.
While your appearance shouldn’t define or limit your career prospects, it is unfortunately the case that sometimes it does. Some careers put high value on the appearance of their employees and while this shouldn’t mean conforming to a particular standard or style, it should mean maintaining a good level of personal grooming.
Research conducted by Princeton explored just how significantly appearance could impact credibility. Participants rated the trustworthiness and likability of people based on their photographs and many judgements were made purely on appearance, even factors which aren’t easily changed like facial structure. Adjusting your appearance, including your choice of clothes and grooming technique, could be influencing your success in the workplace.
Grooming in the corporate world
Grooming is a vital factor for anyone working in the corporate world. Gone are the days when you had to be clean-shaven. However, the bearded among us have to keep it neat and ensure we’re on top of our regular trims to maintain a groomed look for the workplace.
Your appearance is often the thing that people notice first, and a groomed appearance will always go down in the boardroom, in interviews and in client meetings. Furthermore, looking good equates to feeling good and a groomed appearance that you’re comfortable with boosts self-confidence and self-assurance, which is often much needed in the world of work. Furthermore, a 13-year research study published in the Research in Social Stratification and Mobility looked at the career paths of over 14,000 men and women and found that those who are better groomed, irrespective of physical attractiveness, weight, age, or gender, are more likely to earn a higher salary than those who are not. This further cements the benefits of a good grooming regime for anyone looking to make the most of their career.
Building a good grooming routine
Men looking to advance and enhance their career opportunities should make personal grooming a priority. From dressing smartly with a wardrobe that aligns with your professional goals to regularly booking haircuts and beard trims, where necessary, it all adds up to creating the physical impression you want. Other basics include keeping on top of your skincare, ensuring clear, healthy skin, and looking after your health generally from dental care to deodorant and the basics of keeping yourself looking and feeling your best.
While we all recognise that your success at work should be based on your skills and abilities in your role and your potential for promotion, a lot more is at play in the real world. Caring about your appearance and how that reflects upon your company is important too.
