Band 6+: 📝TASK 2: Some professionals, such as teachers and doctors, make a greater contribution to society so should be paid more than sport athletes and entertainment stars. To what extent do you agree or disagree?

The debate over whether intellectual workers such as doctors, nurses and teachers deserve greater financial resources than sport players and entertainment celebrities due to their societal status is ongoing. While I think that professional workers provide crucial benefits to society, I also hold a belief that both groups’ salary should be dependent on their contributions rather than their job title.

On the one hand, the contributions of intellectual workers are undoubtedly essential for social welfare. First and foremost, they have to spend a significant amount of time and effort learning and training to save public health, save lives and educate future generations of youngsters – which are fundamental for society needs and overall well-being. This means they even sacrifice half of their lives to contribute to societal resources to shape national developments. For example, a doctor must have at least 6 years of studying, night shifts and intense medical training in the university to receive a formal practicing certificate before working in official hospitals; while a teacher must have deep subject knowledge to nurture each student. As a consequence, their high salaries are completely reasonable, as they reflect the vital and heavy responsibility of their roles.

On the other hand, the hard work of sport players and entertainers is also significant. Their job nature is often physically intense, including long working hours, severe training and tough schedules, which can lead to serious mental health issues. Additionally, their contributions are beyond only entertainment, as their performances help reduce societal stress and support mental well-being. Moreover, celebrities can use their vast influence and followers for humanitarian campaigns, such as organizing donations for natural disasters or promoting cultural heritage and national pride. Accordingly, their high incomes reflect a salary commensurate with their societal contributions.

In conclusion, while intellectual workers such as doctors and teachers provide fundamental services, sport athletes and entertainment celebrities also perform equally different contributions to social welfare. In my personal viewpoint, both groups should receive reasonable financial resources based on their distinct and valuable roles, rather than their profession.