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Modern Trends in Remote Work Based on Gender Specialization
Well-educated and well-off couples are now choosing where to live based on the best location for the woman to work, as many husbands have jobs that can be done remotely. This shift reflects a modern trend where men are more likely to work remotely due to specializing in fields like computer science and engineering, while women dominate roles like teaching and nursing. Even in professions like law and medicine, where men have traditionally been more prevalent, the balance is shifting as more women are enrolling in law and medical schools. Consequently, in younger couples, it is increasingly common for the woman to pursue careers as lawyers or doctors rather than the man.
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