New Delhi, Sept. 14 -- The Emmy Awards, one of television's most prestigious honors, recognize excellence in drama, comedy, and beyond. Yet for all the glitz and red-carpet glamour, winners do not actually receive a cash prize when they take home the golden statuette.

Much like Olympic athletes or Super Bowl halftime performers, Emmy winners receive recognition rather than a payment, reported Cosmopolitan. However, this honor brings something potentially more valuable. They can use their Emmy win to secure higher salaries and better career opportunities.

Industry insiders, according to Cosmopolitan, noted that the 'Emmy winner' title often becomes a bargaining chip for higher salaries in new projects as well as an avenue to land bigger ...