Why are the most useful jobs often the lowest-paid ones?

Oct 26, 2026 4 min

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Imagine two people. One is a home care worker. Every morning, they help elderly people get up, wash and continue to live independently at home. The other works in a large office, spending much of their day in meetings and producing PowerPoint presentations. Sometimes, even wondering what the point of it all is. Which one earns more? So, why the gap? what explains that? But does that mean these jobs require fewer skills? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the latest episodes, click here: What is a kakistocracy, in the world of work ? Would you be more likely to go to work if you could bring in your pet? Is remote work here to stay? A Bababam Originals podcast written and realised by Amber Minogue. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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