I've flipped burgers and hauled packages, but I didn't realize how bad hourly service jobs were until I got a 9-to-5 office job

Tue, 05/14/2024 - 05:16

Justin Jordan says he has more mental energy to focus on things like his health now that he has a corporate office job — something he couldn't do when he worked a physical labor job.

Kristen Davis

Justin Jordan, a 29-year-old social video creator, shares his experiences transitioning from non-corporate to corporate jobs.
Jordan points out the dehumanizing treatment in non-corporate jobs.
He highlights the differences in how employees are treated and says all jobs should treat workers with respect.

This as-told-to essay is based on a conversation with Justin Jordan, a 29-year-old social video creator at Homage. The following has been edited for length and clarity.