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The Corner Office Eludes Many Asians

The Corner Office Eludes Many Asians

Jane Hyun, a corporate consultant and author of "Breaking the Bamboo Ceiling," said Asian-Americans face very subtle but strong cultural barriers at work. "In Asia, there's a saying that the loudest duck gets shot; in America it's: the squeaky wheel gets the grease," said Ms. Hyun. "These things are totally different and at odds with each other."

 

Can Being Thin Actually Translate into a Bigger Paycheck for Women?

According to a study published in the Journal of Applied Psychology in fall 2010 titled, “When It Comes to Pay, Do the Thin Win? The Effect of Weight on Pay for Men and Women,” a woman’s weight can have a significant impact on her earnings.

 

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