My late grandmother used to tell me: “Look, communism used to have artificial employment. There were jobs that nobody needed. They transported one heap of sand from one side to the other.”
Though I am not neither communist, nor socialist, it should be mentioned that so called “artifically employment” used to have a social meaning. People had jobs! Cyclic enemployment so much characteristic to capitalism doesn’t do the work.
So in 2024, the Czech Republic, thank God divided from Slovakia because of their voting preferences, is deeply immersed in unregulated capitalism.
Let’s take a look at jobs capitalism really needs!
What is unregulated capitalism?
Of course, European nations do have a welfare state. A huge portion of GDP is transferred. But I mean that highly complex financial flows are devoid of regulation (basically). Not to mention the super-rich have tax exceptions.
These are just examples of unregulated flows that would make capitalism different if changed, replaced, or regulated:
For example banks? Deposits and liabilities management (core capital from deposits and short-term borrowing), lending and credit flow (retail and corporate loans for interest income), trading and investment portfolios (proprietary trading, securities, derivatives for profit and risk management), global transactions and forex (cross-border currency flows and hedging), investment banking and advisory services (M&A, IPOs, wealth management fees), liquidity and risk management (liquidity buffers and reserves for stability), internal fund transfers (cost allocation through Funds Transfer Pricing).
Stock market? Initial public offerings (IPOs) (new capital raised by companies through share sales), secondary offerings (additional shares issued to raise further capital), institutional trading (large trades by banks, hedge funds, and mutual funds), retail trading (individual investors buying and selling shares), market-making (liquidity provided by firms ensuring smooth buying and selling), short selling (borrowing shares to sell and buy back at a lower price), dividends (capital returned to shareholders), share buybacks (companies repurchasing shares to reduce supply and increase value).
What about multinational corporations? Revenue generation (sales across multiple regions and markets), cross-border transfers (capital moved between countries for operations and tax efficiency), foreign direct investment (capital invested in international subsidiaries or projects), reinvested earnings (profits reinvested into subsidiaries for growth), intercompany loans (internal financing between parent and subsidiary), external financing (raising capital through bonds, loans, or equity), supply chain payments (funds allocated to global suppliers and logistics), dividends (profits returned to shareholders), currency hedging (managing exchange rate risk on international transactions).
Capitalism needs these services
Capitalism spawns absurdities with relentless consistency. Picture a city skyline dotted with rooftop pools, private helipads, luxury apartments lying empty, a gleaming testament to exclusivity. Meanwhile, just streets below, people sleep in tents, finding corners between concrete and desperation. Capitalism doesn’t blink. Its priorities bend toward profit, stretching wealth for those who already have it while those in need watch luxury swirl around them like a mirage.
It isn’t just the visible wealth gap. It’s the strange, manufactured demand for luxury itself. Boutique dog spas exist in major cities, offering everything from paw massages to custom “canine caviar” meals. The dogs themselves? Indifferent. The price tags? Laughably high. Their owners feel indulged. Luxury becomes a product line, stretching into the absurd. Private jet companies market memberships now, for those tired of commercial flights and first-class cabins. They’re just too common. Capitalism inflates demand for convenience until it looks like necessity, packaging extravagance as essential.
Then there are luxury items designed not for comfort or quality, but purely for excess. A single bottle of “luxury” water, sourced from melting glaciers, can cost hundreds. The plastic bottle? Imported. And it’s marketed to the eco-conscious elite, a bizarre twist of environmental concern wrapped in a posh package. High-end watch brands market timepieces that cost as much as entire homes. They promise exclusivity, custom materials, rare metals, or a piece of meteorite embedded somewhere in the dial. It’s consumption for the sake of having something others can’t.
Sleep consultants
Capitalism’s absurdities extend to experiences, too. Five-star hotels now offer “sleep consultants” and “pillow sommeliers” for discerning guests. They curate pillows, scents, and even sounds, providing an experience that implies ordinary pillows simply won’t do. Some ultra-luxury resorts let guests “rent” privacy. For an extra fee, they promise secluded areas, roping off beaches or cabanas so no one disturbs the view. Even silence becomes a commodity, wrapped in velvet ropes, tied to price tags.
In fashion, the absurd peaks with brands that charge thousands for plain items. Balenciaga released a line of distressed sneakers, purposefully ragged, priced in the thousands. They market it as “fashion-forward decay.” It’s luxury pretending to empathize with grunge, mocking those who wear worn shoes out of necessity. Ironically, fashion labels now release “workwear” for those who never do manual labor. Designer overalls, luxury boots with steel-toe designs, items styled after the working class—sold only to those far removed from that reality.
Luxury wellness
Luxury wellness compounds capitalize on a similar illusion. Detox retreats charge thousands for people to live on fresh air and juice cleanses, stripping away creature comforts while piling on exorbitant fees. They call it “mindful minimalism.” But for many, “minimalism” is a reality, not a weekend luxury. Capitalism hijacks even simplicity, wrapping it in exclusive packaging, as though a retreat in isolation reflects a revolutionary lifestyle rather than just a weekend for those who can afford to disappear.
Then come services no one needs but exist to fuel a sense of class-based exclusivity. In posh areas, drivers exist for small, mundane tasks. These “concierge drivers” wait in cars for hours in case their employer needs to hop in and drive a mile down the road. Some ultra-wealthy parents hire “toy consultants” who curate playrooms based on child psychology and aesthetics. Toys are hand-selected and imported, sometimes costing more than most people’s rent. Even play becomes a branded, curated experience. For the right price, everything can.
The ultra-wealthy
Pushing deeper, banks for the ultra-wealthy cater to their clients with obscene attention. “Concierge banking” provides financial advisors who know their clients’ spending on jewelry, yachts, and art collections. They advise on how to leverage these purchases into more wealth, how to insure rare art collections, and how to balance a lifestyle that doesn’t operate within ordinary constraints. Most banking clients never see this world. They don’t even know it exists. Yet capitalism insists on maximizing gains for those who already control a disproportionate share of it.
Capitalism twists the concept of value. For example, high-end home chefs cook for clients who never set foot in their kitchens. Kitchens exist for status, stocked with appliances that gleam but lie untouched. The chefs prepare extravagant meals for guests who barely appreciate the detail, eating as though it’s normal to dine on gold-leaf-topped desserts and rare truffles flown in from across the globe. It becomes a circle of excess, chefs paid handsomely to cook for people who live surrounded by meals they don’t need.
Then there’s private healthcare that exceeds any medical necessity. High-net-worth individuals can access VIP clinics where doctors know their entire family history, offer private facilities, and fly to remote islands if their client wants a consultation by the beach. Regular hospitals don’t suffice. Health becomes a status symbol, another tier to elevate those with wealth above others. Services once fundamental to well-being transform into experiences that convey power and separation.
These absurdities aren’t anomalies. They’re the predictable extensions of a system where money creates artificial needs, turning services into symbols of status, fashion into an economic distortion, and luxury into a self-sustaining cycle. Wealth constructs a bubble, inflating itself, consuming itself, perpetuating itself—all in pursuit of exclusivity that doesn’t mean a thing.
The everlasting capitalism competiton
Capitalism runs on competition that never stops. It’s relentless, a machine that demands everyone stay in the game, no rest allowed. Companies compete endlessly, innovating to stay relevant, scrambling to beat rivals. A new product launches. Immediately, there’s pressure to make it obsolete. Profit has a short lifespan. Everything moves fast, and what’s successful today can turn into tomorrow’s failure without warning.
Workers feel this competition too. They’re expected to perform at peak efficiency, stay updated, adapt to trends, all while costs rise faster than wages. The system demands not just productivity but constant self-improvement, stretching people to their limits. Job stability shrinks. Companies often cut workers, replacing them with technology or cheaper labor elsewhere. To them, competition justifies it. The pressure to outdo rivals trickles down, creating anxiety that seeps into daily life, making work more about survival than satisfaction.
Capitalism and justice
Small businesses bear the brunt of capitalism’s race. Giants swallow them whole, edging them out of markets, reducing their chances to grow. Corporate chains crush local shops, turning cityscapes into monotonous stretches of familiar logos. Capitalism rewards the biggest players, sidelining smaller ones, creating a landscape where only those with deep pockets thrive. Every neighborhood looks the same, local flavor diluted for the sake of a few powerful brands.
In this world, constant competition creates paradoxes. Corporations preach innovation yet monopolize, cornering markets, preventing true variety from flourishing. They acquire rivals, stifle potential threats, and dominate industries. True choice shrinks. The market offers endless options, but they’re all slightly different versions of the same thing, designed to create an illusion of choice while real variety vanishes.
The environment takes a hit too. Companies race to produce faster and cheaper, driving down costs, churning out products without considering the ecological damage. The planet becomes an afterthought. Resources deplete, pollution rises, and the cycle keeps turning. The competitive push fuels a “growth-at-all-costs” mentality that ignores sustainability. The consequences loom, but companies prioritize the short-term, where profits matter more than the planet’s future.
The church of consumption
Consumers get trapped in this cycle, bombarded with ads, influenced by trends, pushed to buy more. The pressure to keep up, to own the latest, extends beyond products. People feel compelled to upgrade, refresh, keep pace with an economy that never sleeps. Debt levels rise as people chase an unattainable lifestyle, stretched financially thin, falling into traps that capitalize on insecurities. Credit cards, loans, financing schemes all become part of a system that profits from people overextending themselves.
Capitalism’s competition trickles into social life. People compare constantly, measuring themselves by what they own, where they travel, what they can display online. This culture of comparison stems from a system that equates value with material success. Social status becomes another commodity. The concept of “enough” fades, replaced by the push to always want more, always improve, always keep up.
The workplace reflects this pressure. Careers turn into races, coworkers become rivals, networking becomes essential. Job descriptions inflate, each role demanding more for the same pay, squeezing employees who feel compelled to overdeliver just to stay employed. Burnout becomes commonplace. Companies demand loyalty but offer none, leaving workers to fend for themselves, trapped in cycles of overwork with little reward. Stability is rare, job satisfaction even rarer. In the end, competition leaves people drained.
Winners and losers
Capitalism’s endless race creates an economy of winners and losers, elevating a few while sidelining most. This divide widens as the wealthy amass resources, capitalizing on the system’s structure to pull ahead while others stagnate. Access to education, healthcare, and financial security all hinge on economic status, and competition ensures the cycle continues, trapping people in positions they can’t escape.
Capitalism promises freedom, but its competitive nature restricts it. The drive to excel, to outpace others, to grow or perish, locks people into lives ruled by anxiety. This system demands continuous improvement, fueling stress, pushing people toward the next goal, the next achievement, with little time to stop or reflect. The race never ends.
USA with GINI index worse than Russia, these are jobs capitalism really needs
1. Telemarketers — $30,000
2. Luxury brand ambassadors — $45,000
3. Social media influencers — $100,000 (depends heavily on followers)
4. Hedge fund managers — $500,000+ (often for speculative investments)
5. Telecommunication sales agents — $40,000
6. Payday loan agents — $35,000
7. Life coaches without qualifications — $50,000 (self-help, often lacks credentials)
8. Public relations strategists — $75,000
9. Corporate image consultants — $90,000 (help companies look good, often superficially)
10. Personal brand advisors — $85,000
11. SEO consultants for non-essential products — $60,000
12. Instagram engagement specialists — $40,000 (focus on likes, comments for exposure)
13. Executive assistants to other assistants — $55,000
14. Exclusive gym trainers for “elite” memberships — $70,000
15. “Growth hackers” for startups with no real product — $65,000
16. High-interest debt collectors — $40,000
17. Luxury pet groomers — $60,000 (spa-like treatment for pets)
18. Extreme couponing consultants — $35,000
19. Affiliate marketers for unnecessary gadgets — $55,000
20. Mortgage brokers for high-risk loans — $70,000
21. “Motivational” Instagram life coaches — $45,000
22. Data collectors for tracking consumer habits — $50,000
23. Cold callers — $30,000
24. Door-to-door salespeople for redundant services — $35,000
25. “Luxury” timepiece stylists — $80,000 (guides luxury watch choices)
26. Pyramid scheme representatives — $20,000 (often lose money but aim for large returns)
27. Upsell specialists at high-end stores — $45,000
28. Fast fashion marketers — $60,000
29. Single-use product designers — $65,000
30. Air miles strategists — $50,000 (plan travel for mileage maximization)
31. Speculative real estate flippers — $200,000+ (depends on market volatility)
32. Pre-owned luxury car brokers — $75,000
33. Marketing for “exclusive” bottled water — $70,000
34. Luxury cruise consultants — $60,000
35. Paparazzi photographers — $50,000 (often in pursuit of celebrities)
36. Ad buyers for clickbait websites — $55,000
37. Vanity publisher editors — $60,000 (editors for writers paying to self-publish)
38. High-frequency traders — $120,000+ (profit from rapid market trades)
39. Private bank consultants for ultra-rich — $150,000
40. Social media “like” sellers — $30,000
41. Fashion stylists for pets — $40,000
42. “Personalized” vitamin consultants — $55,000
43. Influencer managers — $75,000
44. Celebrity memorabilia appraisers — $70,000
45. Brand mascot actors — $35,000
46. Corporate wellness consultants (with no credentials) — $85,000
47. Party motivators for luxury events — $60,000
48. Speculative cryptocurrency traders — $100,000+
49. Exotic automobile concierges — $75,000
50. Novelty t-shirt creators — $40,000
51. Unnecessary tech support reps for overly complex products — $45,000
52. 24/7 butlers for second homes — $80,000
53. Virtual landlords — $100,000+ (rent out digital spaces)
54. Trend forecasters for seasonal home decor — $60,000
55. Credit card rewards hackers — $45,000
56. Niche dating app developers — $85,000
57. Motivational speaking agents for CEOs — $75,000
58. Personal umbrella holders — $40,000
59. Retail “ambiance creators” — $55,000 (curate store environments)
60. Feng shui experts for cars — $60,000
61. Juice cleanse sales reps — $45,000
62. Slot machine product designers — $70,000
63. Merchandise coordinators for pop-up shops — $50,000
64. Telehealth vendors for non-medical products — $55,000
65. Spa therapists for pet anxiety — $60,000
66. Bank tellers for high-fee loans — $40,000
67. Theme park ride influencers — $30,000
68. “Motivational” multi-level marketers — $25,000
69. Personal fragrance curators — $50,000
70. High-interest loan brokers — $65,000
71. Work-life balance coaches (who lack actual solutions) — $60,000
72. Private aviation consultants — $90,000
73. In-house corporate “counselors” for brand loyalty — $80,000
74. MLM wellness coaches — $30,000
75. Website traffic generators for fake sites — $40,000
76. Psychic hotline operators — $35,000
77. Lavish gift basket designers — $45,000
78. Product demo agents for redundant electronics — $40,000
79. High-pressure real estate agents for “exclusive” properties — $100,000+
80. Surplus electronics salespeople — $50,000
81. VIP event planners for unnecessary gatherings — $85,000
82. “Ethics” consultants for corporations — $95,000
83. Sports car delivery consultants — $55,000
84. Instagram “luxury” experts — $50,000
85. Luxury home staging experts — $65,000
86. Excess store-brand managers — $60,000
87. Traffic-driving managers for clickbait content — $70,000
88. Extreme cosmetic brand ambassadors — $65,000
89. Unnecessary office “motivators” — $55,000
90. Pop-up product designers — $60,000
91. Unnecessary digital storefront managers — $50,000
92. “Motivational” management coaches — $70,000
93. Concierge for “virtual” experiences — $60,000
94. Irrelevant “lifestyle” brand promoters — $50,000
95. Logo-centric fashion marketers — $65,000
96. Multi-layered insurance agents — $70,000
97. Exclusive invitation designers — $45,000
98. End-of-year performance strategists for corporations — $85,000
99. Temporary luxury holiday decorators — $40,000
100. Merchandise influencers — $60,000
Another hundred
101. Fast food “taste consultants” — $50,000
102. High-fee lifestyle planners — $80,000
103. Low-value cryptocurrency advisors — $60,000
104. Exclusive wine tasters (for overly niche products) — $70,000
105. Subscription box curators for novelty items — $55,000
106. Limited-edition merchandise coordinators — $60,000
107. Disposable plastic packaging specialists — $50,000
108. Consumer behavior “analysts” for useless products — $65,000
109. Pointless marketing “gurus” — $75,000
110. Luxury event sales reps — $60,000
111. Advertising “executives” for minor brands — $80,000
112. Redundant management consultants — $90,000
113. “Exclusive” car rental brokers — $65,000
114. Paid reality TV stars for fame — $100,000+
115. Ultra-niche food critics (e.g., vegan marshmallows) — $50,000
116. Over-the-top bridal consultants — $75,000
117. Yacht party organizers — $85,000
118. Virtual reality “experience architects” — $70,000
119. Celebrity “image consultants” — $90,000
120. High-end cosmetic dermatology sales reps — $80,000
121. Luxury “concierge” banking services agents — $85,000
122. Multi-level marketing “downline” managers — $30,000
123. Minor online gaming item resellers — $35,000
124. Subscription-based meal plan influencers — $60,000
125. Product demo specialists for infomercials — $45,000
126. Limited-edition shoe marketers — $65,000
127. “Exclusive” wine club curators — $50,000
128. Ultra-specific recipe app developers — $55,000
129. Crypto-mining rig technicians — $80,000
130. High-end phone case designers — $45,000
131. Glamping experience designers — $60,000
132. E-book “lifehack” authors — $40,000
133. Luxury pet nutritionists — $65,000
134. Celebrity personal finance advisors — $100,000
135. Designer lunchbox sellers — $40,000
136. Custom pillow designers — $50,000
137. Unnecessary custom packaging developers — $55,000
138. High-priced children’s clothing designers — $70,000
139. Boutique candy store strategists — $50,000
140. Specialty scented candle creators — $45,000
141. Celebrity endorsement agents — $85,000
142. Seasonal home fragrance specialists — $55,000
143. “Customizable” planner designers — $40,000
144. Bizarre subscription box marketers — $50,000
145. Special edition sneaker designers — $65,000
146. Excessive outdoor “luxury” furniture reps — $60,000
147. Luxury personal shopping concierges — $75,000
148. Spa treatment trend consultants — $55,000
149. “Elite” party bouncers — $45,000
150. Designer pet accessory creators — $50,000
151. High-end diet meal prep consultants — $65,000
152. Corporate “energy healer” consultants — $85,000
153. “Personalized” astrology app developers — $50,000
154. “Luxury” cigar bar consultants — $70,000
155. Fashion week “street style” photographers — $40,000
156. Private fitness app trainers — $55,000
157. Hollywood memorabilia brokers — $60,000
158. Private jet lounge managers — $80,000
159. Unnecessary interior lighting designers — $70,000
160. Personal wardrobe archivists — $65,000
161. Exclusive fragrance curators — $55,000
162. Custom denim consultants — $50,000
163. Pop-culture “influencer” marketers — $60,000
164. “Limited edition” product creators — $65,000
165. Clubhouse “VIP access” sellers — $75,000
166. Executive dog walkers — $50,000
167. Niche market researchers for trivial trends — $55,000
168. Unnecessary tech product developers — $70,000
169. Socialite event promoters — $60,000
170. Edible glitter producers — $45,000
171. Corporate “swag” item specialists — $50,000
172. Sub-brand merch designers — $60,000
173. “Posh” Halloween costume designers — $55,000
174. Upscale private parking consultants — $70,000
175. Extremely niche lifestyle bloggers — $35,000
176. Faux “minimalist” interior designers — $60,000
177. Exclusive retreat coordinators — $65,000
178. Unnecessary high-tech toothbrush developers — $55,000
179. Crystal therapy “healers” for luxury spas — $65,000
180. Ultra-specific fitness trend advisors — $70,000
181. “Prestige” water bottle designers — $40,000
182. High-cost self-care bloggers — $45,000
183. Freelance “feng shui” experts — $55,000
184. “Smart” fridge sales reps — $50,000
185. Designer kitchen gadget sellers — $55,000
186. Ultra-expensive chocolate makers — $60,000
187. Life-size statue designers for resorts — $75,000
188. Astrological life planners — $45,000
189. Vanity social media content creators — $50,000
190. Product “brand story” specialists — $70,000
191. Influencer trip coordinators — $65,000
192. Unnecessary corporate video editors — $55,000
193. Expensive children’s party planners — $60,000
194. Office space “vibe” consultants — $75,000
195. Overpriced dating coaches — $70,000
196. Unnecessary “VIP” club organizers — $50,000
197. Hyper-niche life planners — $55,000
198. Home office “productivity” designers — $65,000
199. “Conscious” brand ambassadors — $60,000
200. Luxury goods investment consultants — $90,000
These were just examples, tons of jobs we don’t need: What should be priorities?
Jobs that truly serve people focus on health, well-being, and community. Nurses, doctors, and therapists spend their days caring for others, facing the struggles that come with pain, illness, and mental health crises. They work hands-on, easing suffering and helping people recover. Every day, they see the realities of life’s fragility. They don’t just treat conditions; they comfort, listen, and guide. They embody the core purpose of healthcare, restoring people to their best selves.
Mental health workers play an irreplaceable role in making life bearable for many. Psychologists, counselors, social workers, and support group facilitators don’t just treat symptoms; they provide understanding, resilience, and empathy. They guide people through trauma, anxiety, depression, and the weight of everyday struggles. Their work fights stigma and makes mental well-being accessible. They lessen isolation, showing people they’re not alone. They don’t just patch wounds; they empower people to cope, to grow, to find peace within.
Community health workers
Community health workers bring help to those often forgotten, reaching people in rural, urban, and underserved areas. They help with health education, ensure access to care, and provide much-needed resources. They connect individuals with the help they need, bridging gaps in healthcare. Their work promotes preventive care, stopping problems before they worsen. They remind people they’re not overlooked. Community health workers make health accessible, and they keep communities strong, healthy, and resilient.
Educators, especially those focused on social issues, create the foundation for empathy and understanding. Teachers don’t just teach subjects; they teach tolerance, inclusivity, and curiosity about the world. They combat ignorance and prejudice, exposing students to diverse perspectives. They help children learn to question, to think, to understand differences. Education shapes minds, and teachers stand at the forefront, making future generations more open-minded, less fearful, and better equipped to face a diverse world.
Conflict resolution specialists work to create peace where tension exists. They mediate disputes, de-escalate confrontations, and teach negotiation skills. In communities torn by differences, they bring understanding and communication. They create bridges in workplaces, neighborhoods, and families. They show people how to work through conflict without resorting to aggression. Their work prevents violence, heals relationships, and builds trust. They make peace not through force but through dialogue, guiding people toward cooperation.
Social workers
Social workers provide invaluable support for those most in need. They advocate for families, children, the elderly, and those facing crises. They ensure access to food, shelter, medical care, and emotional support. Their work uplifts vulnerable communities, giving people the tools to rebuild, find stability, and gain confidence. Social workers bring relief to those on the edge, making society more humane. They stand beside those who have no one else, lifting them up when life seems overwhelming.
Human rights lawyers fight to uphold the dignity and safety of all people. They defend against abuse, discrimination, and oppression, representing those whose voices go unheard. They challenge unjust systems, work for policy changes, and protect individual freedoms. Their work defends the vulnerable from exploitation, bringing justice to those who suffer in silence. Human rights lawyers bring the rule of law to those who feel forgotten. They help ensure that society treats everyone with fairness and respect.
Anti-racism educators work tirelessly to dismantle prejudice and ignorance. They lead workshops, speak at schools, and create resources to teach the importance of equality and understanding. Their work addresses systemic biases, showing people how to recognize and undo harmful stereotypes. They promote inclusivity, fostering environments where everyone feels valued and respected. They make society a little less xenophobic with every lesson, every workshop, every difficult conversation they lead.
Environment health specialists
Environmental health specialists fight for a cleaner, healthier world. They focus on reducing pollution, monitoring public health risks, and ensuring safe living environments. Their work tackles the root causes of illness, not just the symptoms. They protect communities from toxic substances, unsafe water, and polluted air. Environmental health specialists show that protecting nature protects people, making the world safer, healthier, and more sustainable.
Community organizers strengthen neighborhoods, working to unite people around common goals. They address issues like poverty, safety, and health, guiding groups to create positive change. They don’t lead with authority; they empower people to lead themselves. Community organizers turn individuals into allies, neighbors into friends, and strangers into partners. They reduce isolation, showing that strength lies in unity.
All of these jobs work to make society more humane, healthy, and inclusive. They promote health, not just physically but mentally and socially. They lessen suffering, challenge prejudice, prevent violence, and protect the planet. These roles don’t just fill gaps; they build the foundation for a better, more compassionate world. In a society that values true well-being, these jobs wouldn’t be optional or underfunded. They’d be celebrated, supported, and essential.
Jobs for the posh and the unfortunate unemployment
Capitalism presents a striking irony: even in a system that glorifies employment as a pathway to freedom, meaningful and stable jobs remain scarce for many. The focus leans toward creating roles that cater to luxury, exclusivity, and manufactured demand, while essential services – those truly needed by society – often face underfunding or neglect. Unemployment persists, not due to a lack of work to be done, but because capitalism’s priorities often lie elsewhere.
In an ideal society, the value of jobs would align more closely with their social impact. Essential roles – such as healthcare workers, educators, and community organizers—would be recognized and supported as vital to our collective well-being. Yet, in today’s unregulated capitalist structures, like those seen in the Czech Republic, these roles frequently struggle for funding and stability. Meanwhile, wealth accumulates in sectors that offer high returns but little societal benefit, leaving a gap between what capitalism provides and what society genuinely needs.
The result is a system where unemployment endures, not as an inevitable outcome but as a byproduct of misplaced priorities. True progress would mean reevaluating the types of jobs capitalism promotes, fostering an economy that balances profit with purpose and addresses both societal needs and individual livelihoods. This paradox – jobs that capitalism “needs” but society doesn’t – is a profound reminder of how far the system remains from serving the common good.
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