Erin knows how to get a promotion.
Friday, September 11th, 2009
Like anyone over 20 who has ever worked in an office, I'm a fan of Dilbert. Author Scott Adams postulates in The Dilbert Principle that your actions are not the primary determinant when it comes to getting a job promotion. Although it has been seven years since I read the book, I still recall how Scott ranks the top four factors (starting with the most important) for successfully climbing the corporate ladder:
- Who you know.
- Where you went to school.
- Your clothes.
- What you actually do.
I'm inclined to agree. However, Scott is a man. If you are a woman, the Erin Brockovich approach is also gauranteed to enhance your upward mobility. Ladies, you know it's true, unpleasant as it may be. I say, flaunt it if you've got it! The glass ceiling isn't going to break itself.
Of course, one could argue that Erin is following rule #3, but the affect would not be nearly as potent without the power of a fabulous rack. You are in its power.