FALCON POWERS – A recent study conducted by the Statistical Institute affiliated with the French Ministry of Labor on working conditions and psychosocial risks has revealed astonishing results about the occupations that make people happier.
The study, which was based on a previous study conducted in 2016, took into account nine different factors: physical strain, ethical conflicts, restrictions in work time organization, work intensity, psychological pressure, job security, autonomy, social support (from the hierarchy, colleagues, etc.) and recognition.
According to the same study, computer engineers top the list of the occupations whose holders feel the happiest, followed by transport, logistics and aviation managers, various service employees, and executive managers in administrative, accounting and financial services. The report also noted that “the contribution of work to mental health follows the usual social gradient: the more educated and qualified individuals get more satisfying jobs.” These individuals have opportunities for promotion and good relationships with their superiors, and when changes occur in their work throughout the year, they often feel that they have an influence on the implementation of these changes.
Professions that do not require high skills and are largely occupied by women, such as childcare workers, hairstylists, and domestic workers, have also been among the occupations that contribute significantly to the well-being of their employees. The reason for their well-being is related to job security, autonomy, and the scarcity of conflicts.
On the other hand, the occupations that make their employees the least happy include nurses and caregivers, cashiers, chefs, bank employees, and even farmers. Here is a list of the top 15 occupations that make their employees the happiest:
- Computer engineers
- Aviation, transport and logistics managers
- Various service employees
- Executive managers of administrative, accounting and financial services
- Research and study staff
- Administrative, accounting and financial service technicians
- Executive assistants
- Childcare workers
- Computer technicians
- Administrative and commercial agents for transport and tourism
- Secretaries
- Engineering and technical executives in industry
- Domestic workers
- Hairstylists and beauticians
- Bank managers
