Happiest people in building not the professionals?

[Anonymous]

I noticed this in law school, in a nonprofit, and also in government office buildings with a range of professionals:

Have you ever noticed that a lot of times the happiest, cheeriest people in the building tend not to be the white collar workers, but rather the security guards, cafeteria workers, physical plant guys, etc?

Those people seem to have smiles on their faces and give off a happier demeanor.

Am I just imagining this, or is there something to this?

[Anonymous]

Much less pressure. When a $2 billion dollar deal rests on your shoulders that's a lot of pressure. When your job is to make everyone who walks in sign your clipboard that's not a lot of pressure.

[Anonymous]

Agree with PP.I would never want have one of the high pressure jobs.I'd rather be a security guard, stocking person, landscaper or something similar.
Well, I made it happen.Got my degree, invested in real estate early on and now sit at home and raise my kids.When they are older, I'll be stocking shelves somewhere part time.Good to go!

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Agree with PP.I would never want have one of the high pressure jobs.I'd rather be a security guard, stocking person, landscaper or something similar.
Well, I made it happen.Got my degree, invested in real estate early on and now sit at home and raise my kids.When they are older, I'll be stocking shelves somewhere part time.Good to go!

Yes, but will you learn how to put a space after your periods in your "second career"?

[Anonymous]

This thread really reminds me of Barbara Bush calling the Katrina refugees in the Houston Astrodome "lucky duckies." Jesus.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:I noticed this in law school, in a nonprofit, and also in government office buildings with a range of professionals:

Have you ever noticed that a lot of times the happiest, cheeriest people in the building tend not to be the white collar workers, but rather the security guards, cafeteria workers, physical plant guys, etc?

Those people seem to have smiles on their faces and give off a happier demeanor.

Am I just imagining this, or is there something to this?

Of course they're happy. Dogs are happier than people too. They have lower expectations of achievement and lifestyle. Don't you find the same in your friends who have less education and make less money?

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Agree with PP.I would never want have one of the high pressure jobs.I'd rather be a security guard, stocking person, landscaper or something similar.
Well, I made it happen.Got my degree, invested in real estate early on and now sit at home and raise my kids.When they are older, I'll be stocking shelves somewhere part time.Good to go!

But you've obviously given up on intellectual stimulation, and impacting society positively through your vocation. Not all of us are willing to do that.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I noticed this in law school, in a nonprofit, and also in government office buildings with a range of professionals:

Have you ever noticed that a lot of times the happiest, cheeriest people in the building tend not to be the white collar workers, but rather the security guards, cafeteria workers, physical plant guys, etc?

Those people seem to have smiles on their faces and give off a happier demeanor.

Am I just imagining this, or is there something to this?

Of course they're happy. Dogs are happier than people too. They have lower expectations of achievement and lifestyle. Don't you find the same in your friends who have less education and make less money?

Er....

I think you are projecting. The security guards have lives every bit as complicated as the professors. They have less money, and different stresses.

[Anonymous]

So many patronizing threads on this site but I think this one takes the cake. Yes, I'm sure those low-wage workers working and living in one of the most expensive metro areas in the country have no stress at all. Rich people have it so much harder. You people sound like Gwyneth Paltrow.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:I noticed this in law school, in a nonprofit, and also in government office buildings with a range of professionals:

Have you ever noticed that a lot of times the happiest, cheeriest people in the building tend not to be the white collar workers, but rather the security guards, cafeteria workers, physical plant guys, etc?

Those people seem to have smiles on their faces and give off a happier demeanor.

Am I just imagining this, or is there something to this?

Most professionals are assholes and narcissists. Spend any time with the "management" team and it's obvious. Really pleased with themselves and their so-called importance.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:So many patronizing threads on this site but I think this one takes the cake. Yes, I'm sure those low-wage workers working and living in one of the most expensive metro areas in the country have no stress at all. Rich people have it so much harder. You people sound like Gwyneth Paltrow.

Amen! NEWS FLASH: the "workers" smile at your stuck up white collar self because they know you are a complete asshole and will complain if you see anything less than a cheery face

[Anonymous]

Wow. Just wow.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:So many patronizing threads on this site but I think this one takes the cake. Yes, I'm sure those low-wage workers working and living in one of the most expensive metro areas in the country have no stress at all. Rich people have it so much harder. You people sound like Gwyneth Paltrow.

Amen! NEWS FLASH: the "workers" smile at your stuck up white collar self because they know you are a complete asshole and will complain if you see anything less than a cheery face

Also, their jobs require they be nice & smile. One bitchy complaint from the lawyer on the 17th that the guard was rude & he could get fired.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:So many patronizing threads on this site but I think this one takes the cake. Yes, I'm sure those low-wage workers working and living in one of the most expensive metro areas in the country have no stress at all. Rich people have it so much harder. You people sound like Gwyneth Paltrow.

+10000

Get a clue.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Much less pressure. When a $2 billion dollar deal rests on your shoulders that's a lot of pressure. When your job is to make everyone who walks in sign your clipboard that's not a lot of pressure.

Just - wow, wow. I'm not the most sensitive person on earth but even I can see how obscene this comment is. You're right - no pressure to make sure your family has a roof (not a $2 million roof, either) over the heads, your kids are fed and clothed and safe, etc. Just - OMG.