Difference Between Job and Work Difference Between Job and Work July 14, 2016 By Surbhi S — Leave a Comment In our previous article we compared job and career, and now we are going to discuss the differences between job and work, which are commonly used by the people as substitutes for one another. The term ‘work‘ is the most commonly used word in our day to day life, which refers to the activities performed by us, so as to achieve the desired outcome. On the contrary, the word ‘job‘ is used by us to represent a particular position in the company, for instance, I have a job of sales manager (designation). So come, let’s compare and contrast these two terms in detail. Content: Job Vs Work Content: Job Vs Work 1. Comparison Chart 2. Definition 3. Key Differences 4. Conclusion Comparison Chart Comparison Chart BASIS FOR COMPARISON JOB WORK converted by Web2PDFConvert.com
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Difference Between Job and WorkDifference Between Job and WorkJuly 14, 2016 By Surbhi S — Leave a Comment
In our previous article we compared job and career, and now we are going to discussthe differences between job and work, which are commonly used by the people assubstitutes for one another. The term ‘work‘ is the most commonly used word in ourday to day life, which refers to the activities performed by us, so as to achieve thedesired outcome. On the contrary, the word ‘job‘ is used by us to represent a particularposition in the company, for instance, I have a job of sales manager (designation).So come, let’s compare and contrast these two terms in detail.
Meaning A job is described as anactivity, performed by anindividual forconsideration.
Work refers to any kind of activitythat involves physical or mentalstrain, so as to accomplish a goal.
Noun Countable Uncountable
Nature Specific Generic
Monetarycompensation
Always present. May or may not be present.
Describes Your position in thecompany.
Activities done by you.
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JOB WORK
Definition of JobDefinition of Job
In simple terms, a job is referred as a piece of work, more specifically a task performedregularly for an agreed price. It is a part of one’s occupation, performed with a motiveof earning money. A job can be part-time, for 20 hours a week or full-time, for 40hours a week.
To start a job, one needs to get employed, where the employee enters into a contract ofemployment with the employer. The employee is required to follow company’sregulations. Each job involves certain tasks, duties, responsibilities which should beperformed in a systematic way, as the individual gets paid for that. The employees aremade clear about organizational goals and targets to achieve.
The term job can be used in a variety of contexts, like a specific designation or dutiesperformed in the job or the kind of company you are working for.
Definition of WorkDefinition of Work
Work refers to an activity, in which physical or mental efforts are performed toproduce something or accomplish a goal. The work is performed by an individual as aduty towards his employers for consideration or as a responsibility towards otherpeople, like family, friends or even for self.
In finer terms, each and every activity or exertion done by individual comes underwork. In English, it can be used in two major contexts, which are:
It can be used to refer the place of work. For example Jimmy is at work. or Alexis going to work.It is also used to refer all the activities that happen during work. For exampleMeeting with clients, basic job duties, etc.
Key Differences Job and WorkKey Differences Job and Work
The following points are noteworthy so far as the difference between job andwork is concerned
1. Activity, performed by an individual for consideration, is called a job. Anyactivity that involves physical or mental strain, so as to accomplish a goal,is called work.
2. In the English Language, the word job is a countable noun, that meansyou can count the number of jobs, but at the same time, the term work isan uncountable noun.
3. The job is much more specific than work as it represents a regular andofficial activity whereas work means general efforts made to achieve aresult.
4. A job is performed for a monetary compensation called salary or wages.On the contrary, work may or may not involve monetary compensation.
5. A job describes your designation in the company, while a work includes allthe activities done by you.
ConclusionConclusion
So, with the discussion of these two terms, it is quite evident, that job and work aredifferent terms and should not be misconstrued. Further, the word ‘work’ has abroader meaning than the word ‘job’ as the latter is a small part of the former. While ajob is a formal and routine activity performed in exchange for money, work includes allthe tasks undertaken by an individual.
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Difference Between Needs and WantsDifference Between Needs and WantsJuly 8, 2016 By Surbhi S — Leave a Comment
We all know that economics is a social science, which deals with production, distributionand consumption functions. It is all about making choices regarding the allocation ofscarce resources, so as to make their best possible use and satisfy human wants andneeds. In economics, we often go through the terms needs and wants, but have youwondered about their differences. While needs point out the something you must have forsurvival, wants refers to something which is good to have, but not essential for survival.For the purpose of spending and saving money wisely, every person must know thedifference between needs and wants.
Meaning Needs refers to an individual'sbasic requirement that must befulfilled, in order to survive.
Wants are described as the goodsand services, which an individual liketo have, as a part of his caprices.
Nature Limited Unlimited
What is it? Something you must have. Something you wish to have.
Represents Necessity Desire
Survival Essential Inessential
Change May remain constant overtime.
May change over time.
Non-fulfillment May result in onset of diseaseor even death.
May result in disappointment.
Definition of NeedsDefinition of Needs
By the term needs, we mean those requirements which are extremely necessary for ahuman being to live a healthy life. They are personal, psychological, cultural, social, etcthat are important for an organism to survive.
In ancient times the three basic needs of the man are food, clothing and shelter but withthe passage of time, education and healthcare also became integral, as they improve thequality of life. They are a person’s first priority as they are the things, that they keep ushealthy and safe. Therefore, if needs are not satisfied in time, it may result in illness,inability in functioning properly or even death.
Definition of WantsDefinition of Wants
In economics, wants are defined as something that a person would like to possess, eitherimmediately or at a later time. Simply put, wants are the desires that cause business
activities to produce such products and services that are demanded by the economy.They are optional, i.e. an individual is going to survive, even if not satisfied. Further, wantsmay vary from person to person and time to time.
We all know that human wants are unlimited while the means to satisfy those wants arelimited. Hence, all the wants of an individual cannot be met and they must seek foralternatives.
Key Differences Between Needs and WantsKey Differences Between Needs and Wants
The following points are noteworthy so far as the difference between needs andwants are concerned:
1. The term ‘needs’ is defined as an individual’s basic requirement that must befulfilled, in order to survive. Wants are described as the goods and services,which an individual like to have, as a part of his caprices.
2. An individual needs are limited while his wants are unlimited.
3. Needs are something that you must have, in order to live. On the contrary,wants are something that you wish to have, so as to add comforts in your life.
4. Needs represents the necessities while wants indicate desires.
5. Needs are important for the human being to survive. As against this, wantsare not as important as needs, because a person can live without wants.
6. Needs are those items, that are required for life and does not change withtime. As opposed to, wants are those items, that are desired by an individualeither right now or in future. Therefore, wants might change over time.
7. As needs are essential for life, non-fulfillment may lead to illness or evendeath. In contrast wants are not essential for living and so non-fulfillment,does not have a great impact on a person’s life, however, disappointmentmay be there.
ConclusionConclusion
With the above discussion, on these two concepts of economics, it concluded that needsand wants are separate forces, that compels actions for satisfaction. If needs are not meton time, the survival of a person is at stake whereas wants are something which a personis craving for, that does not challenge a person’s survival if not satisfied.
So, needs can be distinguished from wants on the basis of their level of importance.Hence, the distinction is between what is required and what is desired.
Difference Between Knowledge and WisdomDifference Between Knowledge and WisdomApril 9, 2016 By Surbhi S — Leave a Comment
Many people mistakenly juxtapose knowledge for wisdom, as both are nouns and usedin the English language. But the truth is that they are different. There are many quotesand sayings of knowledge and wisdom given by the experts and great personalities thatdefines the significance of these two terms. Sir Francis Bacon said “Knowledge ispower” while Gautam Buddha, hold that “Wisdom is highest of all fivevirtues”. Knowledge is the accumulation of information, learned through educationor experience. On the other hand wisdom is when you how to apply your knowledge,for the benefit of others.
Meaning The collection of information and factsabout something or someone by learningand experience is knowledge.
Wisdom is the abilityto judge and makeright choices in life.
What is it? Organized information Applied knowledge
Nature Selective Comprehensive
Process Deterministic Non-deterministic
Outcome Understanding Judgement
Approach Theoretical Spiritual
Acquisition It is obtained or learned. It is developed.
Associated with Mind Soul
Definition of KnowledgeDefinition of Knowledge
The term knowledge, simply refers to the understanding or awareness, in relation to aperson, thing or subject, such as facts, skills, information, etc. It is the state of whatyou know about a particular topic. It is the familiarity with different objects, ways ofdoing things, places, cultures, events, facts, ideas, etc. It can be theoretical or practicalproficiency gained over time through education or experience by learning, observing,researching, discussing, studying and so on.
Wisdom is a wider term than knowledge and intelligence. It is the quality of person tothink, act or discern what is best, right, true and enduring. It is the application ofcommon sense, knowledge and experience, at the right time, place, manner andsituation so as to follow the best possible course of action. It develops the ability tojudge and make beneficial and productive decisions in life.
Knowledge and understanding are the basis of wisdom, but experience is the key toattain wisdom. It unites knowledge and experience into insights and increases anindividual’s understanding about relationships and meaning of life.
Key Differences Between Knowledge and WisdomKey Differences Between Knowledge and Wisdom
The main differences between knowledge and wisdom are discussed in detail inthe given below points:
1. Knowledge refers to the collection of information and facts aboutsomething or someone by learning and experience. The ability of a personto judge, apply education & experience in practical life and make rightchoices is called wisdom.
2. Knowledge is nothing but organized information, it is not about theplethora of information but that should be relevant. On the contrary,wisdom is the quality to implement knowledge into practical life.
3. Knowledge is selective in nature, in essence, it only stores specializedinformation. Conversely, wisdom is comprehensive and integrated.
4. Knowledge is deterministic while wisdom is non-deterministic.
5. Knowledge results in the understanding about the particular subject,whereas wisdom develops the discernment and reasoning ability in aperson.
6. The approach of knowledge is theoretical. In contrast to, wisdom whichhas a spiritual approach.
7. When it comes to the acquisition, knowledge is acquired by obtaininginformation or learning about the facts by observation or education. Asopposed to wisdom, which is developed in the person through the day today experiences in life.
8. Knowledge has the same relation to mind, as that of a wisdom with soul.
ConclusionConclusion
After referring to the above points, it can be concluded that there is a differencebetween knowledge and wisdom, but they are connected concepts. Knowledge withoutwisdom is possible, but wisdom without knowledge is impossible.
While knowledge is limited, wisdom has no visible end. Knowledge can have positive ornegative effects in the sense that it can be useful to people if they use in a right way, butcan also harm others if they use that knowledge in a wrong direction. Unlike wisdom