2014 Job Update!

A new article from The American Staffing Association stated:

  • 57%of working American’s will be looking for a job in 2014
  • 66% of those in jobs are now optimistic about the 2014 economy outlook

 

Of those looking the following is the reason they are considering a move:

  • 48% will move for money
  • 27% will move for career advancement
  • 9% will move for boredom and job distaste

 

Slightly more than half 54% said they would be willing to work for less money for a more fulfilling job

 

On the other side of the equation:

  • 39% would not move because of job stability or economic uncertainty
  • 23% would not move because of pay or benefits and listed those as the reasons for likely staying put

 

*The American Staffing Association- More Than Half of U.S. Workers Plan to Look for a New Job This Year, Korn Ferry Survey Finds.