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Which type of job is better? [130 votes total]

Desk/Office (86) 66%
Manual Labor (44) 34%




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Posted By: Sian Treagh

Posted On: 1 hr, 47 min. ago
Views: 8
Desk/manual labor

I think that the question, as all of the questions in this poll, was meant for entertainment and not to cause any arguments. It was impossible to give a complete answer as neither job is better or worse than any other, but is, instead, the work you have been given to fulfill your spiritual need to "do all to the glory of God".
I am very sorry that AJ felt he was disrespected and lacked monetary fulfillment as a manual laborer. It is sad that so many people find that only the wealthy (successful?) are worthy of respect. God loves all and I, myself, am truly grateful to those who clean out septic tanks, scale gurders high in the air, paint bridges, wait tables, and do all those other chores that are so necessary and I am certainly extremely unsuited to do!!
God Bless all workers!!!


Posted By: Veggie Goddess

Posted On: 4 hr, 33 min. ago
Views: 23
Don't misread the comments

My own comment was that the question was poorly worded (not "dumb"). I think they didn't frame the question to ask what they actually meant to ask. (No, I'm not a mind-reader. I'm guessing here.) Even if I go stark raving mad on Mondays and lash out uncontrollably at people, Josh, a poorly-worded question is still exactly that.

There IS no accurate answer provided within the choices of "yes" and "no" - not as worded. That's all I'm saying. Their asking about the topic is great and it can be fun to discuss. I merely quarrel with the wording of it.

Many people have opinions about these two categories of work. Is one better? No. So why ask *specifically* that? Why not ask the questions I suggested? Our preferences, training, and experiences are going to drive our answers anyhow, so why not ask about them instead?

VG, closet copy editor


Posted By: AJ

Posted On: 17 hr, 15 min. ago
Views: 36
dumb? really?

Because this is a question of opinion it's a dumb question? Aren't all of the polls here just a matter of opinion? It must not be dumb enough to just walk away and not answer it.

I have worked both manual labor and a desk job. They both have their advantages and disadvantages. At this point in my life, I am getting much more out of my desk job. The biggest drawback is the lack of physical movement I get. But what it lacks in physical nature, is made up for in the respect from the people I work with and the compensation (both monetary and spiritual).


Posted By: Dan

Posted On: 20 hr, 38 min. ago
Views: 41
jobs

Good point Josh.

I just had two of the best office ladies leave for the season I hope they return in the spring. It has taken 18 years to find them. I just hope they return. God puts people in our lives at certain times, I know he has more planed and more people for us to meet .


Posted By: Josh

Posted On: 1 day ago
Views: 77
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i dont think its a bad question at all...and i think we jumped down their throats at the worst day of the week question...we all know like mondays or fridays are the worst days of the week, its just reality, of course were glad were on earth and live for God everyday but come on, we all have our bad days and worst days of the week...thanks.


Posted By: Veggie Goddess

Posted On: 2 days ago
Views: 89
Poorly worded question.

Why not ask "Which better describes your job?" or "Which would you prefer to do?".

As worded, neither answer is correct.


Posted By: Sara

Posted On: 2 days ago
Views: 121
Manual Labor

I would much rather be up and about rather than sitting in a desk all day.


Posted By: Shar

Posted On: 3 days ago
Views: 152
Which is better?

It's pretty much a dumb question. We need doctors and we need construction workers. It's pretty much an individual's personal preference as to which he chooses for his livelihood.


Posted By: Perelandra

Posted On: 3 days ago
Views: 167
Which one???

While manual labor is certainly better for you physically, there are times when the desk job is necessary, too...someone has to balance books, draw up contracts, and check inventory.
I don't think this question was very well worded. Trying to separate the "brain" work from the "brawn" work isn't really possible, and asking which is better is like asking which of your feet is better, the left one or the right! The real answer is that both manual and desk labor are necessary, and that each has its place. For better physical health, desk workers should do some manual labor; and to sharpen the brain, the manual workers should learn some desk skills!


Posted By: Dan

Posted On: 3 days ago
Views: 190
Labor

Give me good old Manual Labor any day. Nothing better than a good honest days work.


Posted By: Joanna

Posted On: 3 days ago
Views: 193
Desk/Office vs. Manual Labor Jobs

In this time of epidemic obesity, manual labor would be better. It's been the "job of choice or no-choice" since the time of Adam and Eve, and I've never seen an artist's depiction of them as obese.


 

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