As a result, schools are being urged to focus intervention programmes for disadvantaged students on both improving social and character skills as well as academic attainment.
The study examined links between family background, character traits and career success, uncovering some clear connections between the three.
For example, highly extroverted people – those who are assertive, talkative and enthusiastic – are less likely to come from low income backgrounds but 25 per cent more likely to earn salaries of more than £40,000 a year.
Those from more advantaged backgrounds are also more likely to have high levels of openness, imagination and intellectual curiosity – also associated with career success. Aspirations are higher too.
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