Society has developed an education hierarchy, which directly reflects the occupation one is qualified for. In addition to this type of classification, one’s network and family is key to one’s opportunities in their life span.
A recent article on the Globe and Mail suggests that 40 percent of the workforce has been employed by the same company their parents have been, or is currently associated with. Statistics have shown that children whose parents have high earning jobs are more likely to ultimately be a top employee at the same firm.
Opportunities are provided depending on one’s network of people. This creates a stable power structure within society’s workforce. A wealthy family is of much more aid and support to their children’s search for an occupation, as they can afford and provide much more. Education is also a strong factor when qualifying for jobs, and as a more well off family can afford better quality education, children belonging to these families are benefited greatly. Parents who have achieved great success and have earned it may also have a greater impact on their children’s development, promoting studies and hard work. The process society has created has truly disregarded equality and fairness.
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