Posted by EDI Staffing on June 14, 2024
We asked thousands of professionals on LinkedIn across IT, EDI, Engineering, Accounting, Finance, HR, Administration, and more to participate in our 2024 Workplace Preference Survey. The data we collected helps us learn about what current employees and potential candidates would need to achieve greater job satisfaction and promote a more productive workplace, and ultimately help companies attract top talent to grow their teams.
Over two months, we’ve collected 1,200+ responses across various landscapes of business:
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Our data suggests that having to commute isn’t exactly popular among professionals. More than 60% of respondents were willing to commute 30 minutes or less – if at all. About 26% were willing to commute 30 minutes to an hour. Anything greater than 1 hour could deter candidates looking for a suitable job. When possible, employers should consider a few options to attract and retain talent:
When it comes to the work environment, our findings indicate that most employees generally weigh work-life balance initiatives (flexible hours, remote work, etc.) as the most important (33%). This workplace preference is followed by the desire to improve communication and collaboration (26%), and having more opportunities for career development and advancement (22%). To increase job satisfaction and productivity, and ultimately attract and retain top talent, employers should consider a few options: