What is a golden albatross?

The term "golden albatross" refers to the dilemma many people face when they are vested in a pension and feel compelled to stay in a job that may no longer be satisfying or enjoyable just to receive pension benefits in the future. This concept was coined by Grumpus Maximus to describe the specific situation for the worker or managerial class, distinct from the "golden handcuffs" which generally describes incentives used to retain high-level executives. The "golden albatross" captures the feeling of being burdened by the promise of a pension, making it hard to leave despite potential dissatisfaction with the job 1.