Healthier jobseekers 'give themselves better chance'

By Nikki Barrister

Leaner, fitter job candidates may be in with a better chance of being offered a position in the current economic climate, it has been claimed.

Certified nutritional consultant and nutrition expert Robin De-Ivy Allen carried out a study indicating 68 per cent of people believe that a thinner person would be more likely to receive a job offer as opposed to an equally-qualified candidate who appeared less healthy.

She commented: "In this time of economic uncertainty and high unemployment, jobseekers must be willing to do all that they can to out shine the competition."

Ms De-Ivy Allen went on to say less healthy employees pose more of a potential risk in terms of compensation injuries, absenteeism and increased healthcare claims, while those who take care of themselves have more confidence, energy, clarity and focus.

This week Avril Horn, senior consultant at CSL Recruitment, commented that candidates looking for sales jobs should be careful to paint a perfect picture of their skill level when looking for employment.

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Filed: 17-06-2009