- Most professionals are happy in their current role and report
high confidence in their skills and abilities
- New survey reveals key factors behind worker satisfaction and
common hiring pitfalls
MENLO
PARK, Calif., Jan. 30,
2025 /PRNewswire/ -- New research from talent
solutions and business consulting firm Robert Half indicates an
uptick in worker satisfaction, influencing job search plans in
early 2025. The survey of more than 2,000 U.S. workers found that
only 29% of professionals plan to look for a new job in the first
six months of the year, down from 35% in July 2024.
View how job search plans have changed over
time.
Factors Contributing to Career
Satisfaction
According to the research, 81% of workers
are generally satisfied in their current role. The majority (88%)
say their skills and experience align well with their job and most
(86%) can maintain a healthy work-life balance. Some additional
factors contributing to career satisfaction include having:
- A competitive salary with regular merit increases (83%)
- Fair workloads and job expectations (77%)
- A positive work culture and team dynamic (77%)
"These findings reflect a positive trend in workplace
satisfaction and culture but also signal potential hurdles for
companies looking to expand their teams," said Dawn Fay, operational president of Robert Half. "With fewer professionals actively
seeking new opportunities, employers need to be strategic when it
comes to attracting top talent."
Worker Confidence Is High
While job search plans have
declined, most workers (95%) are confident in their skills and
abilities. Of those, 77% reported learning a new skill in the past
12 months to help improve their value. Separately, 76% said they
are confident that they could find a new job if they needed to or
were interested.
Younger Workers Are Most Likely to Make a
Move
According to the research, Gen Z (40%) and
Millennial (35%) workers are the most likely to make a move in the
next six months. The top motivators for finding a new job include
securing a salary increase, having access to better perks and
benefits, and greater flexibility.
Common Hiring Pitfalls
When it comes to hiring, the
research also identified key red flags that employers should avoid
that may deter workers from applying to open positions:
- No salary range in the job description (41%)
- Vague or unreasonable job responsibilities, reporting lines and
career path (36%)
- Learning there has been high employee turnover (35%)
Fay added: "To stand out, employers should be transparent with
potential candidates and focus on offering compelling perks and
benefits that resonate with today's professionals. Extra vacation
time, expanded healthcare options, bonuses or added flexibility can
make your company an attractive employer in a crowded market."
About the Research
The online survey was developed by Robert Half and
conducted by an independent research firm in December 2024. It includes responses from more
than 2,000 workers 18 years and older in the U.S.
About Robert
Half
Robert Half
(NYSE: RHI) is the world's first and largest specialized talent
solutions and business consulting firm, connecting highly skilled
job seekers with rewarding opportunities at great companies. We
offer contract talent and permanent placement solutions in the
fields of finance and accounting, technology, marketing and
creative, legal, and administrative and customer support, and we
also provide executive search services. Robert Half is the parent company of
Protiviti®, a global consulting firm that delivers
internal audit, risk, business and technology consulting solutions.
In the past 12 months, Robert Half,
including Protiviti, has been named one of the
Fortune® Most Admired Companies™ and 100 Best
Companies to Work For, and a Forbes Best Employer for Diversity.
Explore talent solutions, research and insights at
roberthalf.com.
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