社会｜あ行の名字は出世に有利？ / Society: Are surnames that start with ‘A’ advantageous for success?

Summary

Recent research has shown that people with surnames starting with the “a” vowel series are more likely to succeed in their careers. This is believed to be because they are displayed higher up on alphabetical lists, making them more noticeable to others. A study conducted by Professor Yamamura, which surveyed 2,000 individuals, has been published in the journal of the Japanese Economic Association and has garnered significant attention. Specifically, it suggests that individuals with surnames like “Aoki” or “Inoue” tend to have greater career advancement.

Dialogue

This dialogue is fictional and based on the article.

Log: Hey Chako, did you know that recent research shows people with surnames starting with ‘A’ tend to get promoted more easily?
Chako: Really?! Is it because they’re at the top of the list?
Log: Exactly! Being higher up in the alphabetical order makes them more noticeable, which apparently helps with promotions.
Chako: That’s interesting! I might start feeling envious of people like Aoki or Inoue!
Navi: This research suggests that individuals with surnames starting with ‘A’ stand out more, leading to increased opportunities in business settings. It’s believed that social psychological factors also play a role.

Admin’s Note

This research is very interesting. It’s a surprising discovery that last names can influence one’s career advancement. Considering the power of the order in which names appear on a list, it seems that luck or chance might also have a significant impact on a person’s career. As Chako mentioned, it’s understandable to feel envious of those with famous names. I look forward to further research on names and career advancement in the future.