This essay examines the assertion that enterprise agreements are superior to modern awards from an employee's perspective, focusing on the "better off overall test" (BOOT). The essay begins by outlining the roles of modern awards and enterprise agreements within the Australian Fair Work Act, highlighting their functions in setting minimum employment standards and establishing workplace-specific terms and conditions. It then delves into the BOOT, which ensures that employees are, overall, better off under an enterprise agreement than under the relevant modern award. The discussion analyzes the factors that make enterprise agreements more beneficial, such as greater flexibility in tailoring terms to specific workplace needs, the potential for higher wages and better conditions through negotiation, and the ability for employees to have a voice in shaping their employment terms. The essay also acknowledges potential limitations, such as the power imbalances between employers and employees, and the importance of informed consent in the agreement-making process. The essay concludes by reaffirming the benefits of enterprise agreements in fostering more favorable conditions for employees and their role in the future of employment relations, while recognizing areas needing further consideration.