A lack of career progression is the factor most likely to cause professionals to leave a role, according to new research by recruiters Robert Walters.
The aim of the Robert Walters Career Lifestyle Survey was to provide an in-depth insight into the attitudes and practices of working professionals.
Key data
| 50% said a lack of progression would be the factor most likely to make them leave a role |
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42% of said they should change employers “at least” every three years |
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28% said a difficult boss would be the main motivator for seeking a new job |
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11% would look for a role after not receiving a pay rise or bonus |
Additional facts
- A good work-life balance is crucial to job satisfaction, followed by interestiness of day-to-day work
- Working ours are increasing – more than 82% of respondents said they worked 40 hours a week, compared to 68% two years ago
- Only 30% of respondents said they never worked weekends
- 77% of respondents said they had worked during evenings
The Robert Walters Career Lifestyle Survey is based on responses from 1,420 professionals working across a range of disciplines and sectors on questions regarding their working lives. You can find more information here.
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