Topic > Appearance in the Workplace - 599

Appearance and WorkAre appearances everything these days? More than ever, it seems like workplaces are hiring employees for looks rather than experience. Is it discrimination or is it right? Some see it as a harmful way of doing business, while others see it as a company just trying to profit. Why do companies see it as a way of doing business and others see it as illegal discrimination and prejudice? The world constantly tries to pursue money and puts it above everything else. Business is cunning and rude, but is there a limit? Retailers today argue that hiring for appearance is just another way of doing business, but it can be demeaning and harmful to potential employees and should not be the only source for hiring an employee. Many business analysts and experts argue that hiring for appearance is no different than hiring a person for experience. In the modern times we live in, appearance is pervasive at many large retailers. Retailers like Abercrombie & Fitch and Hollister are some of the most infamous offenders, but they're not the only culprits. Many gyms, retail stores...