Highly successful women finding it difficult to find 'Mr Right'
High-flying career women are admitting to finding it difficult to meet men that are equally successful but tick all the right boxes, too.
Jane asked Mags from East Coast Drive if she would date someone who earned less than her and her response... MOST DEFINITELY NOT!
Today's women are finding themselves a part of a generation which cannot find eligible men that are as successful as themselves.
- Must have a degree or more
- Must earn six figures and above
- Must have a successful career
- Must love dogs
- Must have a kind heart
- Must make me laugh
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These are some of the requirements young career women have set for themselves and, well, 'Mr. Right' is not making an appearance.
A study conducted in the UK has found that unmarried women, on average, are looking for a man who has an income that is about 66% higher and a likelihood of having a college degree that is about 49% higher than what is available.
Women are also finding themselves more qualified than their male counterparts as men are moving away from acquiring higher qualifications. This has resulted in women opting to stay single instead.
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I could not imagine being focused on how much a guy earns or what degree he has; it's no wonder these high-flying women are single!
If that's what they are grading the worth of the relationship, what about chemistry and a soul connection? Don't get me wrong, it would be tough times if you dated a guy who couldn't contribute, but if he is bringing stuff to the table financially, it shouldn't be the make or break on what that amount is.
I would far instead marry for love.
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Do you think finances are a make or break in a relationship?