This next graph shows how various factors compare in importance to 1350 job applicants.

These applicants were between 20 and 25 years old.

They were asked to list which factors were most important in a good job.

As the graph shows, money was the most important factor for 25 percent of the applicants.

However, other factors were also important.

The second most important factor was the work environment.

In other words, for many, money isn't everything.

People want to like where they work.

In fact, if we combine Work Environment and Co-workers, the total is 35%.

This is well above the 25% for salary and benefits.

Taken together, they are more important than salary and benefits.

Career path is also important, especially for younger applicants.

They want to see that their job helps build a successful career.

For older workers, this may not be as important.

Older workers often put a higher value on the balance between life and work.

What do you think?

(The best jobs satisfy several needs, not just salary and benefits.)