A new Gallup survey indicates that job satisfaction has fallen to its lowest level in recent years, as workers feel more stuck and frustrated with their current situations. The survey of 20,000 workers discovered that workplace dissatisfaction is higher than it’s been in nearly a decade.
More than half of employees surveyed last month said they are actively seeking a new job. It’s the largest number since 2015. Gallup’s quarterly surveys are often viewed as a good indicator of workplace mood and sentiment.
Respondents said the key reasons for their unhappiness include smaller raises and fewer promotions, as well as cost-cutting by employers and greater demands for in-office work. Just 18% of respondents said they are extremely satisfied with their jobs.
Gallup Research Director Ben Wigert says when workers feel stuck, it often leads to burnout, which in turn affects productivity. Another labor consultant said employees can feel they lack purpose and meaning.
Gallup’s State of the Global Workforce Report indicates overall employee well-being has declined in recent years.