The most and least glamorous jobs for those early in their careers | From Dorms to Desks Podcast | ep15

Today’s episode of the From Dorms to Desks Podcast was inspired by the article, “The most glamorous jobs“, published by College Recruiter and written by Dan Malachowski of Salary.com.

Our cohosts explore the concept of “glamour” in various jobs and compare it to the actual median salary these jobs offer. We discuss how glamorous jobs often come with lower pay, which some describe as the “glamour discount.”

Key Findings:

• Public perception of glamour doesn’t always align with high salaries. While jobs like Fashion Designer and Event Planner were voted as highly glamorous, they don’t offer high median salaries. Conversely, jobs like Actuary and Waste Manager, considered less glamorous, have higher median salaries.
• “Glamour discount” exists. “The high demand for certain glamorous jobs may even mean that the company will pay less, due to a large pool of applicants. This creates a ‘glamour discount’ in the marketplace, the potential that you will be paid a little less in return for the opportunity to call yourself something glitzy like a fashion designer.”
• Media influence: Television and movies contribute to the perception of glamour surrounding certain professions like commercial real estate developers and interior designers.

Consider both glamour and financial compensation when choosing a career path. While a glamorous job title might be appealing, it doesn’t necessarily guarantee a high salary. Ultimately, job seekers should weigh their priorities and make informed decisions based on both personal fulfillment and financial stability.