Happiest Workers

[veggiechicken]

A survey has shown that 87% of Gardeners and Florists are happy in their jobs compared to 44% of Bankers and 48% in IT!
BBC News - Gardeners and florist 'UK's happiest workers'
No wonder we take such pleasure from our gardens

[chris]

I'm looking to move out from IT in a few years - just gotta conquer the mortgage first

Though, I suppose you never know what's around the corner! I just hate being part of the rat race.

[Newton]

Saw it.....i suppose it doesn't really come as a surprise to us grapes!

I would love to harvest worms for a living or something like that........but I don't think it would pay the mortgage!

Heyho......its off to work i go!

[Alison]

I don't think it's simple as that. For example I know that during this summer I was stupidly busy at work and couldn't get to the plot as often as I wanted which, coupled with a lot of work stress made me unhappy, I couldn't do my hobby. The jobs they list as unhappy are often long hours and little time to do what you want, regardless of that hobby.

[Mikey]

I think it has a lot to do with a visible return. When you work in IT and banking the return is virtual, it doesn't manifest itself in something you can touch and feel.

I would imagine that a nursery nurse, or a being a stay at home mum probably also rank quite highly. Tangible rewards, that's what its all about, we think we want money but in reality what we really want is love, respect, and a sense of well being.

Zen.

[chris]

I think it has a lot to do with a visible return. When you work in IT and banking the return is virtual, it doesn't manifest itself in something you can touch and feel.

I would imagine that a nursery nurse, or a being a stay at home mum probably also rank quite highly. Tangible rewards, that's what its all about, we think we want money but in reality what we really want is love, respect, and a sense of well being.

Zen.

Return???? I don't think the word is heard of here, nor a thank you. Mind you, a "thanks" every now and again would be nice.

I don't really get any enjoyment from what I do (programmer, basically). I used to get pride from the fact that a system I wrote is used by people, etc making their lives easier and what not. Now, I just yearn to get home and enjoy my family whilst they're still young. I am thankful that I have a job however.

[Alison]

I would imagine that a nursery nurse, or a being a stay at home mum probably also rank quite highly. Tangible rewards, that's what its all about, we think we want money but in reality what we really want is love, respect, and a sense of well being.

It varies, I have a friend who was a stay at home mum for several years and became totally depressed. She loved her kids but hated the fact that her brain was not challenged and then felt terribly guilty for wanting to go back to work. She now does a totally mindless job which, whilst still not stretching her brain, allows her adult company and the feeling that she financially contributes.

[Mikey]

I guess it all depends on your social circle where you live Alison. If you can find adult company during the day it can break up the monotony for some. I remember when my daughter was really small coming home to a breakdown of her bowel movements of the day from my wife.

I've always thought that is the down side of breast feeding, you can only really judge what has gone in by how much comes back out...

[Potstubsdustbins]

Guess I am lucky then. I wouldn't change my job.

Meet lots of different folks (mostly good). Even when I worked for others I was always out and about, so no boss looking over your shoulder and it paid well.

Now I work for myself so I can tailor my hours to suit my needs and to be honest my leisure time now cannot be bought. Whats the point of another £100 when I can be in the garden relaxing.

Colin

[veggiechicken]

Overall, the Career Happiness Index shows that people in vocationally trained and skills-based jobs, such as hairdressers, gardeners, plumbers and electricians, were happiest (65 per cent)

Read more: Gardeners, florists named UK's happiest workers: 90% of horticulturalists enjoy going to work | Mail Online
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[Mikey]

Now I work for myself so I can tailor my hours to suit my needs and to be honest my leisure time now cannot be bought. Whats the point of another £100 when I can be in the garden relaxing.

Colin

Its nice to reach a point where the bills are paid, then I can chillax having a natter to you lot.

[cardiffsteve]

I love the job I have but only 6 weeks left
Wish I could stay but there is no position available.