The most prestigious job in America is that of firefighter.
61% of those interviewed by Harris surveys said that job had very great prestige. Coming close were scientists (54%), teachers (54%); doctors (52%), military officers (52%) and nurses.
The least prestigious are real estate brokers (5%), actors (9%), bankers (10%), accountants (11%), entertainers (12%), stockbrokers (12%), union leaders (13%) and journalists (13%).
Selfless service to others seems to me the common thread. Interestingly, "celebrities" rank so low even if stories about them obsess the media. Seems as if we can tell the difference between glamourous work and work worthy of respect.
Full results here, The Harris Poll, 2007
Posted by Jill Fallon at August 2, 2007 3:54 PM | Permalink