More Than Half of Employees Intend to Leave Current Job as Economy Improves

More Than Half of Employees Intend to Leave Current Job as Economy Improves

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Nov. 20, 2009 — Employee turnover is expected to rise next year as a new survey shows that many workers are unhappy with their present jobs. Sixty percent of employees intend to leave their current positions and an additional one-quarter are networking and updating their resumes, according to research from Right Management. >

The Right Management survey of more than 904 workers in North America asked: Do you plan to pursue new job opportunities as the economy improves in 2010? >

- 60% — Yes, I intend to leave
- 21% — Maybe, so I’m networking
- 6% — Not likely, but I’ve updated my resume
- 13% — No, I intend to stay. >

“The study provides a barometer of employee engagement in the workplace, with results that might alarm and surprise many employers,” said Douglas J. Matthews, president and COO at Right Management. “Employees are clearly expressing their pent up frustration with how they have been treated through the downturn. While employers may have taken the necessary steps to streamline operations to remain viable, it appears many employees may have felt neglected in the process. The result is a disengaged and disgruntled workforce.” >

Matthews said that the best workers are mobile in any economy. “We know that people are attracted by career development opportunities, attaining work-life balance and working for an innovative company culture. If management doesn’t provide employees with these opportunities, then workers are going to take their knowledge and skills elsewhere. Talented staff can change jobs because they can and want to, not because they have to.” >

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http://dreamlearndobecome.blogspot.com This posting was made my Jim Jacobs, President & CEO of Jacobs Executive Advisors. Jim also serves as Leader of Jacobs Advisors' Insurance Practice.