Few Americans Plan To Job Hunt in 2009

Few Americans Plan To Job Hunt in 2009

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The survey by SnagAJob.com found that 26% of employed Americans plan to look for a new job this year. The survey also found that 73% of respondents said they do not plan to look for a new job this year, and of those, being happy at their current job was the No. 1 reason. .. the positive news here — for employees and employers alike — is that the majority of employed Americans are still happy at their current jobs, and that’s a greater motivator to stay put, as opposed to feeling trapped because it’s a tough market.”...

22% of salaried workers plan to find a new job, up 3% from last year. Three in 10 of these salaried workers are most motivated to find a new job because they fear being laid off. An additional 26% need a new job in order to make more money. For the 77% of salaried workers who will not be looking for work, happiness at their current job is their No. 1 reason for staying put (72%).

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This posting was made my Jim Jacobs, President & CEO of Jacobs Executive Advisors. Jim also serves as Leader of Jacobs Advisors' Insurance Practice.