So an article on Straits Times was recently released on top 5 essential jobs and top 5 non-essential jobs. I have to say that there were lots of commotion especially among my friends as I see them on Instagram sharing their thoughts.
Firstly, let's have an understanding of essential and non-essential business. Essential businesses are ones that the public rely on in their day-to-day life. This includes banks, hospitals, supermarkets and pharmacies. They carry supplies necessary for survival, both in the long and short-term. In contrast, non-essential businesses are those that people frequent for pleasure, like gyms, bars, restaurants, movie theaters, museums, and concert halls, among others.
Do note that the above are defining BUSINESSES, NOT JOBS. This can defer for individuals whether or not they are essential as we place importance on different things that we want.
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