Harris Interactive, Inc., a leading market research firm, conducted a poll
which included responses from a nationwide sample of 7,718 American employees 18
and over.
The survey uncovered the following statistics on American job
satisfaction:
- Across America, 45 percent of workers say they are either satisfied or
extremely satisfied with their jobs.
- Only 20 percent feel very passionate about their jobs.
- Thirty-three percent believe they have reached a dead end in their career.
- Twenty-one percent are eager to change careers.
- Older workers are the most satisfied and the most engaged in their work.
- Younger workers are the most distressed and they feel the least amount of
loyalty to their employers.
- Small firm employees feel far more engaged in their work than their
corporate counterparts.
- Job security, healthcare coverage, and professional development are valued
above additional compensation.
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