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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I work with a colleague who, despite being with the organization for over 15 years, had struggled to secure promotions possibly due to her appearance. Six months after I joined, I was in line for a promotion, but there was a concern that this colleague might react negatively due to the new, younger team member advancing so quickly. To manage the situation, leadership decided to promote her simultaneously to avoid conflict. She often compensates for her perceived lack of attractiveness with defensive behavior, territoriality, and a fear-driven approach. On the other hand, I leveraged my technical expertise, hiring skills, and servant leadership to earn a promotion within six months. My youthful energy and appearance, which is notable in the tech industry where striking looks are less common, likely played a role in my rapid advancement.[/quote] 
In reflecting on the situation, my point is that if someone is perceived as less attractive, they might feel the need to adopt compensating behaviors, which can often be perceived negatively, to advance in their career. This might be because they face greater challenges in being heard or appreciated, making options like instilling fear a tactic for gaining authority or respect. It's a troubling dynamic that speaks to deeper issues of bias and perception in professional environments.[/quote]

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