What are Some of the Benefits of Being a Blue Collar Worker?
There can be a perception in society that “white collar” employment, primarily managerial and professional positions, is generally preferable to “blue collar” employment, characterized as hands-on manufacturing or service industry positions. The truth is that a blue collar worker can experience as much if not more overall job satisfaction as a white collar worker, even if there are often marked differences in salaries or training. There are a number of benefits of being a blue collar worker, including steady work hours, a clear division between work and personal life, and a strong sense of accomplishment. A blue collar worker often works an assigned shift, which means he or she can structure his or her personal time around a regular work schedule. For a first shift blue collar worker, the work day starts at 7am and will most likely end at 3:30pm, or some other 8 hour block of time. A second shift blue collar worker may not have to report to work until the afternoon, then work until mid