Non-wage amenities—such as workplace safety, having meaningful work, and working in a supportive environment—influence labor market dynamics significantly, shaping job preferences and wage structures. But estimating the value of such amenities has proven challenging.
During COVID-19, workers were less responsive to monetary incentives when amenities comprised more of total compensation
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