Abstract
ABSTRACT We investigate the combined effects of entrepreneurs’ physical attractiveness and gender on applicant attraction to new ventures. Relying on stereotype-based theories and using unique primary data, we confirm that physical attractiveness and gender biases exist: Job seekers evaluate the new ventures presented by either physically attractive or male entrepreneurs as more attractive prospective employers. Moreover, physically attractive male entrepreneurs are best positioned to attract applicants. Interestingly, the strength of these biases varies depending on job seekers’ gender. A severe gender bias exists among male job seekers, while this bias is very weak among female job seekers. Conversely, the physical attractiveness bias is ubiquitous but stronger among female job seekers. We advance research at the intersection of human resource management and entrepreneurship by complementing prior studies on the drivers of applicant attraction to new ventures and suggesting that stereotypes play a critical role in the early stage of the recruitment process.
Talk to us
Join us for a 30 min session where you can share your feedback and ask us any queries you have
Disclaimer: All third-party content on this website/platform is and will remain the property of their respective owners and is provided on "as is" basis without any warranties, express or implied. Use of third-party content does not indicate any affiliation, sponsorship with or endorsement by them. Any references to third-party content is to identify the corresponding services and shall be considered fair use under The CopyrightLaw.