The vast majority of workers (95%) do not expect to work in the same job for the rest of their careers, according to Spherion Staffing Services. In fact, although most workers enjoy what they are doing, they would consider another job with better pay and/or benefits.
The recession may have removed workers’ rose-colored glasses: 62% feel less secure in their jobs, and 37% feel more negative about their job than they did prior to the recession. A slight majority (53%) have had to assume additional responsibilities or workload during the recession because coworkers were laid off. That might contribute to the sentiment of 57% of workers who say their company does not support their efforts to maintain a good work/life balance.
Source: “Labor Day Workforce Survey,” Spherion Staffing Services, Marli McCleary, 2050 Spectrum Blvd., Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309; 800-422-3819; marlimcleary@spherion.com; www.spherion.com.
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