Prioritization of Crisis-Resilient Jobs and Financial Stability Tops Survey Results - Desired employment remit robustness and favorable remuneration emerges as top priority, as per survey findings.
Title: Stability and Cash: What Workers Want Most in the Current Climate
In these uncertain times, employees are prioritizing traditional job perks, such as job security and a decent salary, according to a recent survey by Pricewaterhousecoopers (PwC) in Munich. Perks like childcare and sports facilities aren't high on the list. Companies like PwC take these findings seriously, as they indicate a shift in employee priorities amid economic instability.
The survey, conducted in January in collaboration with market research institute Appinio, polled 1,000 employees between the ages of 18 and 65 on their job preferences.
Work-Life Balance Matters Most to the Youth
Job security took the top spot, with 43% of respondents favoring it as their primary concern. A good salary came in second (42%), followed closely by work-life balance (41%) and a positive work environment (38%). A positive work environment encompasses aspects like company atmosphere, recognition, and internal communication.
Younger generations seem to place more importance on work-life balance than their older counterparts: 45% of 18- to 24-year-olds considered it a top priority, compared to 33% of those aged 55 to 65.
Business Trips and Meaningful Work Score Low
Business travel was the least important factor for employees, with 56% considering it irrelevant. Extra benefits and the purpose of one's job also took a back seat, with 29% and 28%, respectively, giving them the lowest priority. In recent years, the need for extra benefits and a sense of purpose has been a hot topic in many HR departments. However, career opportunities and good transportation links were also low priorities in the survey.
- Survey
- Location: Munich
- Company: Pricewaterhousecoopers (PwC)
According to the PwC survey, employees are more concerned with job security, fair compensation, career growth, and a positive work environment than with extra benefits and the purpose of their work. The survey findings emphasize the importance of job stability and financial rewards in today's workforce, with younger generations placing a stronger emphasis on work-life balance.
In light of the PwC survey, it's clear that community policy should focus on job security, fair compensation, and vocational training as key aspects for ensuring a positive work environment. Furthermore, the survey results indicate a need for businesses to prioritize vocational training to address the career growth aspirations of employees, especially the younger generation who value work-life balance and are seeking opportunities for learning and development.
