Profession or business?

Law, medicine and education were the hallmarks of the professions.

The professionals act honestly in the interest of their client, are trusted by them, and receive a good income for their expertise. However, they do not receive the exceptional profits of businesses.

In recent years (especially in the developed countries), many of these professions are being converted into businesses. As a business, they aim to make a big profit - the bigger the better.

Business pressures may force these professionals to cut corners and (in order to survive), they may resort to "cheating" the clients.

I hope that the professions continue to be practised on ethics, fairness and high standards. They should not be turned into businesses.