A Pinch to Grow an Inch?

Ever wonder why you’re not being paid as much as you think you deserve? Do you often feel like you don’t “measure up?” Perhaps that is exactly the case. According to studies by the University of Florida and the University of North Carolina, short employees are not compensated as well as their taller counterparts. In fact, researchers believe the difference may be as great as $800 per year for every inch difference.

“To add insult to injury, height has not only been linked to larger paychecks and greater self-confidence, but also to higher intelligence.”

Now, at a mere five feet tall myself, I assume they were simply making a really bad pun with the “higher intelligence” comment. While researchers believe a lack in height equals a lack of confidence, therefore condemning short workers to the bottom of the food chain, others may argue that the ribbing and teasing received at an early age contributes to a stronger personality overall.

Also up for discussion: what happens when the boss is short? And surely this research is torn to pieces when discussing professional athletes?

Decide for yourself at msnCareers.

Posted by Shelly Paul, Career Management Coordinator, The H.S. Group