Aon plc has presented its first Employee Sentiment Study, after surveying over 9,000 workers in 23 countries, including the United States, United Kingdom, Brazil, Australia, and Spain. The results of the report reflect a growing disillusionment among employees, who feel the pressure of constant effort at work, a phenomenon that Aon calls “Hustle Reset.” An alarming finding revealed in the study is that 60% of respondents are considering changing jobs in the next year, highlighting a climate of widespread dissatisfaction in the workplace.
The study also emphasizes that many workers have low motivation to acquire new skills, especially in emerging areas like artificial intelligence. Only a third of participants showed interest in updating their technological skills, raising concerns about their professional future in a rapidly changing work environment. In turn, the search for a better work-life balance has become a recurring theme, with a growing value placed on benefits that facilitate this aspiration. This is particularly relevant among Generation Z members, who consider these programs to be almost as important as medical insurance.
In the case of Spain, although 18% of employees feel undervalued, only 30% are thinking of changing jobs in the next year. This suggests that economic and cultural conditions may have a significant impact on talent retention. Stephanie Zweifel, CCO of Human Capital at Aon Spain, highlights the need for companies to understand and adapt to these dynamics, offering personalized solutions that foster employee satisfaction and loyalty.
The study also highlights notable differences between the expectations of executives and employees regarding artificial intelligence and the increasing value of hybrid workers. Additionally, economic factors are identified as predominant in the competition for talent, as well as the lack of preparedness of many employers to meet the changing needs of their staff. Poor communication is identified as an obstacle that prevents the correct utilization of benefits offered to workers. In summary, the lack of alignment between employee expectations and employer offerings emerges as a critical challenge in talent management in the current work context.
Source: MiMub in Spanish