Zoeken
Golden handcuffs
/ɡˈəʊldən hˈandkʌfs/
/ɡˈoʊldən hˈændkʌfs/Golden handcuffs
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gouden handboeien
a good pension or a large salary given to certain employees in order to encourage a longer employment term
What is the origin of the idiom "golden handcuffs" and when to use it?
The origin of the idiom "golden handcuffs" can be traced back to the world of finance and employment contracts. It is used to describe financial or non-financial benefits, such as stock options, bonuses, or perks, that are designed to keep an employee tied to a particular job or company.
Voorbeeld
The tech company is using golden handcuffs to retain its top talent amidst fierce competition.
She stayed with the company longer than she wanted to due to the allure of golden handcuffs.
Despite being offered another job, he's reluctant to leave because of the golden handcuffs the current company provides.
