A majority of working Americans consider their current job “off-course,” according to a new poll. Depending on your company, this could be a sign of dangerous waters ahead.
The poll, conducted by Monster.com, reveals that more than 56 percent of respondents consider their current job “not on course at all” with their career visions.
For employers struggling with an unengaged workforce, this recent poll is yet another ominous warning.
The poll, which received over 1,300 responses, asked: “How well does your current job meet your long-term course for your career vision? On a scale of 1-5 with 1 being Totally on Course and 5 being Totally off Course.”
Here are the results:
- 1: Totally on course—6%
- 2: Very much on course—5%
- 3: Somewhat on course—14%
- 4: Slightly on course—19%
- 5: Not on course at all—56%
Correcting course? While some employees may feel jumping ship is the only way for them to get back on track, there are proactive steps employers can take to improve employee job satisfaction.
There are plenty of articles about how to retain employees on HR Daily Advisor, but we’d like to hear what has worked for you and your organization. What’s the most creative strategy you have used? Leave a comment below.