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"Too Pretty for Retail" – What Does That Even Mean?

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TheGrinds · 21/09/2024 13:11

Hey all,

Lately, I've had people telling me I "shouldn’t be working in retail" because apparently, I’m "too pretty" and "should be a model." Like, sorry, didn’t realize my face had a career preference! 😂

It’s awkward and kinda frustrating, especially when I’m just trying to do my job (which, by the way, gives me the flexibility I need as a parent).

AIBU for feeling annoyed to get these weird “compliments” that feel more like career advice? How do you respond without just standing there, speechless?

OP posts:
ConsuelaHammock · 21/09/2024 13:15

Being pretty is a huge advantage in life. But a pretty face is still just a pretty face . No one is ‘too pretty ‘ for any job! Take it as a compliment and say thank you but I’m not clever enough to be a doctor / lawyer / heart surgeon 🤪

AhBiscuits · 21/09/2024 13:14

😂
You mix with some fairly odd people.

NunyaBeeswax · 21/09/2024 13:14

Nans used to say similar shit to me.
Just smile and nod and keep stocking the Preparation H.

🤪

heldinadream · 21/09/2024 13:13

Men people or women people or both?

Twindu · 21/09/2024 13:12

How many people?

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