Money Making Idea: Don't Flirt

Here's an idea you may not have thought of for making a higher income: don't flirt.

USA Today discusses a study that says flirtatious women get fewer raises and promotions. Here are a few main points:

"Women who send flirtatious e-mail, wear short skirts or massage a man's shoulders at work win fewer pay raises and promotions, according to a Tulane University study."

"Brief said the study goes so far as to suggest that women should even be careful about letting men open doors or lift boxes that aren't particularly heavy, because chivalry is "benevolent sexism" that advances the stereotype that women are vulnerable and weak. But Durkin says the pendulum can swing too far, and she praises men for opening doors, says hugs between longtime business friends are OK, and is happy that more feminine attire has replaced the female suit and tie."

Pretty interesting stuff. If you're a working woman (or married to/dating) one, you should pay attention to this advice. Ignoring it could be detrimental to your income.

Comments

[Jeanette]

It's so very complicated being a woman in the office. Maybe women should just stay home?

Seriously.

[nick]

In fact, it is so very complicated being a woman.