Career Satisfaction on the Rise: Fewer Workers Planning a Job Change in Early 2025
Robert Half's latest survey reveals declining job search intentions among U.S. workers, with only 29% planning to seek new positions in early 2025, down from 35% in July 2024. The study of over 2,000 workers shows high career satisfaction levels, with 81% content in their current roles.
Key satisfaction factors include: competitive salaries with merit increases (83%), fair workloads (77%), and positive work culture (77%). Additionally, 88% feel their skills align with their jobs, and 86% maintain good work-life balance. Worker confidence remains strong, with 95% feeling confident in their abilities and 77% having learned new skills in the past year.
Gen Z (40%) and Millennial (35%) professionals show the highest likelihood of job changes. The survey also identified major hiring deterrents, including missing salary ranges (41%), vague job descriptions (36%), and high turnover (35%).
L'ultimo sondaggio di Robert Half rivela una diminuzione delle intenzioni di cercare lavoro tra i lavoratori statunitensi, con solo il 29% che prevede di cercare nuove posizioni all'inizio del 2025, rispetto al 35% di luglio 2024. Lo studio, condotto su oltre 2.000 lavoratori, mostra elevati livelli di soddisfazione professionale, con l'81% che si dice contento nel proprio ruolo attuale.
I principali fattori di soddisfazione includono: con aumenti meritocratici (83%), carichi di lavoro equi (77%) e un ambiente di lavoro positivo (77%). Inoltre, l'88% sente che le proprie competenze sono in linea con il lavoro che svolge, e l'86% mantiene un buon equilibrio tra vita lavorativa e personale. La fiducia dei lavoratori rimane alta, con il 95% che si sente sicuro delle proprie capacità e il 77% che ha acquisito nuove competenze nell'ultimo anno.
La Gen Z (40%) e i Millennial (35%) mostrano la maggiore probabilità di cambiare lavoro. Il sondaggio ha anche identificato i principali deterrenti all'assunzione, tra cui la mancanza di fasce salariali (41%), descrizioni di lavoro vaghe (36%) e un alto tasso di turnover (35%).
La última encuesta de Robert Half revela una disminución en las intenciones de búsqueda de empleo entre los trabajadores estadounidenses, con solo el 29% planeando buscar nuevas posiciones a principios de 2025, en comparación con el 35% en julio de 2024. El estudio, realizado sobre más de 2,000 trabajadores, muestra altos niveles de satisfacción profesional, con el 81% contento en su rol actual.
Los principales factores de satisfacción incluyen: sueldo competitivo con aumentos meritocráticos (83%), cargas de trabajo justas (77%) y una cultura laboral positiva (77%). Además, el 88% siente que sus habilidades se alinean con su trabajo, y el 86% mantiene un buen equilibrio entre vida laboral y personal. La confianza de los trabajadores se mantiene fuerte, con el 95% sintiéndose seguros de sus habilidades y el 77% habiendo aprendido nuevas habilidades en el último año.
La Generación Z (40%) y los Millennials (35%) muestran la mayor probabilidad de cambiar de empleo. La encuesta también identificó los principales factores disuasorios para la contratación, incluyendo la falta de rangos salariales (41%), descripciones de trabajo vagas (36%) y alta rotación (35%).
로버트 하프의 최신 조사에 따르면, 미국에서의 구직 의도가 감소하고 있으며, 2025년 초에 새로운 직위를 찾을 계획인 사람은 29%에 불과합니다. 이는 2024년 7월의 35%에서 감소한 수치입니다. 2,000명 이상의 근로자를 대상으로 한 연구에서는 81%가 현재의 직무에 만족하고 있다고 보고했습니다.
주요 만족 요인은 경쟁력 있는 급여와 성과에 따른 인상 (83%), 공정한 업무량 (77%), 긍정적인 직장 문화 (77%)입니다. 또한, 88%가 자신의 기술이 직무와 일치한다고 느끼고 있으며, 86%는 좋은 일과 삶의 균형을 유지하고 있습니다. 근로자들은 자신의 능력에 대해 높은 자신감을 가지고 있으며, 95%가 자신에게 확신을 느끼고 77%가 지난 1년 동안 새로운 기술을 배웠다고 응답했습니다.
Z세대(40%)와 밀레니얼(35%)이 가장 높은 직무 변동 가능성을 보입니다. 또한, 이 조사에서는 주요 채용 저해 요인을 밝혔습니다. 여기에는 급여 범위 부족 (41%), 불명확한 직무 설명 (36%), 높은 이직률 (35%)이 포함됩니다.
La dernière enquête de Robert Half révèle une baisse des intentions de recherche d'emploi parmi les travailleurs américains, avec seulement 29% prévoyant de chercher de nouveaux postes au début de 2025, contre 35% en juillet 2024. L'étude de plus de 2 000 travailleurs indique des niveaux élevés de satisfaction professionnelle, avec 81% d'entre eux satisfaits de leur poste actuel.
Les principaux facteurs de satisfaction incluent : salaires compétitifs avec des augmentations au mérite (83%), des charges de travail équitables (77%) et une culture de travail positive (77%). De plus, 88% estiment que leurs compétences correspondent à leur emploi, et 86% maintiennent un bon équilibre entre vie professionnelle et vie personnelle. La confiance des travailleurs demeure forte, avec 95% se sentant compétents dans leurs capacités et 77% ayant appris de nouvelles compétences au cours de l'année écoulée.
La Génération Z (40%) et les Millénaires (35%) présentent la plus grande probabilité de changer d'emploi. L'enquête a également identifié des éléments majeurs dissuasifs à l'embauche, tels que l'absence de plages salariales (41%), des descriptions de poste vagues (36%) et un taux de rotation élevé (35%).
Die neueste Umfrage von Robert Half zeigt einen Rückgang der Jobwechselabsichten unter US-Arbeitnehmern, wobei nur 29% beabsichtigen, Anfang 2025 nach neuen Positionen zu suchen, verglichen mit 35% im Juli 2024. Die Studie unter über 2.000 Arbeitnehmern zeigt hohe Karrierezufriedenheit, wobei 81% mit ihren aktuellen Rollen zufrieden sind.
Wichtige Zufriedenheitsfaktoren sind: wettbewerbsfähige Gehälter mit Leistungssteigerungen (83%), faire Arbeitslasten (77%) und eine positive Arbeitskultur (77%). Zudem fühlen sich 88% in ihren Fähigkeiten mit ihren Aufgaben im Einklang, und 86% wahren eine gute Work-Life-Balance. Das Vertrauen der Arbeitnehmer bleibt stark, wobei 95% sich ihrer Fähigkeiten sicher fühlen und 77% im vergangenen Jahr neue Fähigkeiten erlernt haben.
Die Generation Z (40%) und die Millennials (35%) zeigen die größte Wahrscheinlichkeit für einen Jobwechsel. Die Umfrage identifizierte auch wesentliche Einstellungshemmnisse, darunter fehlende Gehaltsspannen (41%), ungenaue Stellenbeschreibungen (36%) und hohe Fluktuation (35%).
- Worker satisfaction increased, with 81% content in current roles
- 95% of workers report confidence in their skills
- 77% of professionals actively improved their value by learning new skills
- Decreased job turnover risk with only 29% planning job changes, down from 35%
- Higher turnover risk among younger workforce (Gen Z 40%, Millennials 35%)
- 41% of candidates deterred by lack of salary transparency in job postings
Insights
The latest Robert Half survey presents a complex picture for the staffing industry, with significant implications for RHI's business model and revenue streams. The 6% decrease in job seekers (from 35% to 29%) signals a potential challenge for RHI's core recruitment services, as reduced workforce mobility typically correlates with lower demand for staffing solutions.
The data reveals a shifting market dynamic: 81% worker satisfaction and 95% confidence levels suggest a mature employment cycle, typically preceding wage pressure moderation. This could benefit RHI's margins as salary inflation stabilizes, but may simultaneously reduce the volume of placement opportunities.
However, the generational disparity in job-seeking intentions presents a strategic opportunity. With 40% of Gen Z and 35% of Millennials still planning job changes, RHI can pivot to focus on these demographically-driven segments. The identified hiring pitfalls - particularly the 41% aversion to jobs without salary ranges - provide RHI with consulting opportunities to help clients optimize their recruitment strategies.
The high confidence levels combined with skill development trends (77% learning new skills) suggest a transformation in the staffing industry's value proposition. RHI may need to evolve from traditional placement services toward more comprehensive talent development and workforce consulting solutions to maintain growth in this maturing market.
- 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
View how job search plans have changed over time.
Factors Contributing to Career Satisfaction
According to the research,
- 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 (
Younger Workers Are Most Likely to Make a Move
According to the research, Gen Z (
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
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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