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2006 Survey Reveals Signs of a Stressed Workforce
ATLANTA—July 24, 2006—The signs of a stressed workforce are showing in the U.S., according to an announcement regarding Randstad USA’s 2006 Employee Review, conducted by Harris Interactive.
According to the announcement, the review found that pressures at work are escalating, thereby decreasing employees’ job satisfaction while increasing their expectations of employer leadership. The announcement also stated that employees want opportunities for career development, an improved work/life balance, and to feel valued, and that they expect employers to facilitate improvements. However, a majority of employees of all ages reportedly said they would endure more stress for more income.
The review also uncovered disparities in employees’ and employers’ view of major work issues, including possible indicators of what’s eroding job satisfaction and increasing stress levels. For instance, when it comes to career development, 73% of employers reportedly said fostering employee development is important, but only 49% of employees said leadership is adhering to this practice. Likewise, 86% of employees reportedly cited feeling valued as an important factor for happiness and only 37% said it exists in their job.
“The survey shows a widening gap in employee expectations and respective employer delivery. Companies that encourage dialog to narrow the disparity will broaden work appreciation and job satisfaction,” said Genia Spencer, managing director for operations and human resources at Randstad USA. “Employees’ views of work and growth opportunities vary by generation; therefore, improving job satisfaction and productivity requires tailored approaches.”
The review also reportedly reveals key generational differences in employees’ views of career development, happiness, and how workers manage stress, and covers such employment issues as hiring and retention, employment trends, efficiency and development, and productivity perceptions.
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