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Benefits October 16, 2007
Career Advancement Most Common Motive for Job Seekers
October 16, 2007 (PLANSPONSOR.com) - Those scouting
for new jobs are most often looking for advancement
opportunities and leadership responsibility, according to an
analysis by a company that allows job seekers to post
personal Web pages.
Reported by Adrien Martin
According to the analysis of 6,000 professionals
with posts on jobfox.com, 55% of those looking for a new
job want career advancement, while 41% say they want more
leadership responsibility.
The analysis also found job seekers are also looking
for:
- work/life balance, 38%;
- leadership that’s respected/admired, 36%;
- sense of accomplishment, 36%;
- higher salary, 28%;
- 401(k) matching, 28%;
- flexible schedule, 27%;
- collaborative environment, 22%; and
- performance bonuses, 20%.
Nine percent indicated they are seeking a shorter commute and 5% said they are looking for a company that is ecologically friendly.
For more information about Jobfox, visit
www.jobfox.com
.
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