Why are Some Jobs More Desirable?

Jasz

VIP Contributor
Some jobs are more desirable than others because they offer higher pay, better working conditions, more interesting work and more prestige. People will often choose to work in a job that pays much more money than the one they could get instead of working in a job that offers lower pay but is more enjoyable and prestigious. However, there are also many other factors that influence the attractiveness of a job. For example, if there is a shortage of workers in an industry or city, then employers will have to hire additional staff even if it means paying them less money than they would otherwise be getting.

However, being less desirable than those jobs with benefits and paid vacations, these low-paying jobs also tend to be more dangerous than those with higher pay levels. For example, working in a factory that makes cars or computers may lead to on-the-job injuries or pollution due to toxic chemicals used during manufacturing processes.
 

Holicent

VIP Contributor
Jobs that are most desirable and in demand are those which will always be needed, regardless of the economy and regardless of circumstances, such as lawyers, doctors, police officers, firefighters, nurses. Other people argue that the best jobs are those that offer the most autonomy, which is the freedom to work without being hindered by the rules and regulations imposed by managers, supervisors or team leaders.

According to some advocates of self-employment and entrepreneurship, the best jobs are those which allow a person to be their own boss and make their own rules. Many people say that the best jobs are those which offer long term career growth and advancement opportunities.
Section: In addition to career growth opportunities, some people believe that the best jobs offer a clear path toward promotion.

A number of people also claim that one of the key factors in determining whether a job is desirable or not is how much you get paid. For example if two jobs offered similar pay rates, but one offered annual bonuses while another didn't, then they would be likely to choose the job with bonuses as it was more desirable.
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