囧研究：爱读书的人都是好恋人？_BEC初级作文

囧研究：爱读书的人都是好恋人？

According to employers, a lack of reading and writing skills is one of the top shortcomings in new hires, giving proficient readers a better shot at getting hired. Moreover, they have a higher chance of being in a management position and, to top it all off, generally have higher salaries.

据公司反应，新员工的一大缺点就是缺乏阅读和写作技能，因此爱读书的人更容易获得受聘机会。而且，爱读书的人更容易担任管理层职位，自然也就获得更高薪水。

8. Readers are more likely to fulfill their civic duty.

爱读书的人更愿意履行社会职责。

Active readers are not only more likely to vote in elections, but are over two times as likely to do volunteer work. Not only does altruism make you more attractive, but couples that do charity work together are often more intimate and emotionally connected.

爱读书的人不仅积极参加投票选举，还更愿意从事志愿活动。无私贡献能增加个人魅力，而一起做慈善活动的夫妇关系也更亲密和谐。

9. Readers are more understanding and empathetic.

爱读书的人更能谅解和体恤他人。

Studies show that frequent fiction readers demonstrate a better ability to empathize with others and understand other people’s thoughts, feelings, and world view. Empathy is crucial in relationships—it is linked to shorter, less intense arguments as well as happier and longer relationships overall.