Appearance influences the success and employability of an executive. It is not enough to have a pretty face to be professionally successful, but this is a condition that can greatly influence the success of your career.
We are not talking about beauty, but about appearance, the way you present yourself to society, which includes everything from basic personal hygiene (clean and well-groomed nails, shaved beard, well-cut and healthy hair, discreet makeup, etc.), to the way you dress (wearing clothes appropriate to your body type and position, shoes in excellent condition, accessories without extravagance, 
among other items), and even your behavior inside and outside the workplace (professional etiquette), not to mention your communication. And when it comes to appearance, being at peace with the scale is fundamental. Research reveals that obesity is a rejection factor for 65% of the 31,000 executives surveyed by Grupo Catho (a professional placement company) in a study conducted in 2005.
Today, being slim is not only a sign of beauty but also of agility, high self-esteem, security, credibility, and professionalism. Being obese, in turn, conveys a message of tiredness, low self-esteem, health problems such as high blood pressure, diabetes, or heart issues, and all this can be summed up to the idea of “not being able to handle the task.” The truth, without delving into this issue, is that obese people are discriminated against in the job market.
Appearance is so important in hiring professionals because it is the first quality that the recruiter can evaluate in candidates. It is literally the first impression, which, as we know, is the one that lasts!
Your professional career will benefit greatly from the moment you start taking better care of your appearance. And by taking care of your appearance, you also take care of your physical and emotional health. With your weight in check, you become healthier, with a lower risk of developing various issues, you start to feel good about life, become more productive, and this radiates in your appearance. Others easily perceive this, so much so that your employability factor increases.
If you are unemployed or seeking a promotion, you don’t need to go on a hunger strike. For your energy – and your weight – to balance, just choose a healthy, balanced diet that meets your nutritional needs, which vary according to your age, height, sex, and level of physical activity. By the way, engaging in regular physical activity is highly advisable, not only because it speeds up metabolism and intensifies the weight loss process but also because it helps to release the tensions of daily life, restoring energy and keeping nervousness, stress, and anxiety at bay!
And don’t forget: All this care should not be interrupted after securing the job or the promotion. On the contrary, it should be maintained for life. Your career and your health will thank you!