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15/05/2008
Irish Workers Would Take Pay Cut For Dream Job
A recent survey has revealed the vast majority of Irish workers would take a salary cut if it meant getting their dream job.
The survey of over 20,000 people found 84% believe a fulfilling career is more important than money amid ongoing turmoil with the government, unions and employers locked in the latest round of national pay talks.
The poll by recruitment website Monster showed the Irish were the most enthusiastic workforce in Europe when it came to sacrificing wages for a top role.
"It’s gratifying that European workers see there is more to life than just money," Monster UK and Ireland Managing Director Julian Acquari said.
"Finding the right job for someone is just as important as finding the right person for the job; it has to be a positive relationship for both the employer and the employee."
While the Irish were the most likely to take a pay cut for their dream position, the least enthusiastic were those from France, Belgium, Hungary and Poland.
The latest round of national pay talks began last month with unions calling for wage increases in line with inflation.
(DW)
The survey of over 20,000 people found 84% believe a fulfilling career is more important than money amid ongoing turmoil with the government, unions and employers locked in the latest round of national pay talks.
The poll by recruitment website Monster showed the Irish were the most enthusiastic workforce in Europe when it came to sacrificing wages for a top role.
"It’s gratifying that European workers see there is more to life than just money," Monster UK and Ireland Managing Director Julian Acquari said.
"Finding the right job for someone is just as important as finding the right person for the job; it has to be a positive relationship for both the employer and the employee."
While the Irish were the most likely to take a pay cut for their dream position, the least enthusiastic were those from France, Belgium, Hungary and Poland.
The latest round of national pay talks began last month with unions calling for wage increases in line with inflation.
(DW)
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