More workers eyeing new jobs

More workers eyeing new jobs More workers eyeing new jobsPosted October 13, 2011, by Josie ChunMore Australians are looking for new jobs, or thinking about looking for new jobs than ever, according to a new survey. The survey of 4500 employees from different jobs and industries in Australasia has found that between August 2009 and February 2010, mora workers than ever began looking for a new job or thought about doing so. Thirty eight per cent of workers said they were actively looking for a new job double the proportion from the preceding six months and 58 per cent were considering their options.One in six workers actually applied for a new position 64 per cent more than between February and August 2009, when the economic downturn was at its worst and people were hanging onto their jobs for dear life.Many companies had to impose tough measures to weather the economic crisis last year, with the introduction of nine-day fortnights and pay rise freezes but it seems that these surv ival tactics are now causing a worker backlash, according to Grant Sexton, chief executive of Leadership Management Australasia, which conducted the survey. Employers realised that they needed staff on board for when the economy came back up. The problem is that the economy is recovering but managers are focusing on restoring their profits rather than rewarding their employees. Employees not only deserve to share in the fruits of the recovery, with interest rates on the rise again as the economy heats up, they actually need to, says Sexton. Eighty seven per cent of employees actually want to stay with their employer, but only 64 per cent believe this is possible because of a perceived lack of job security and opportunity in their present position. According to the survey, job security is the second most important influence on workplace performance, and opportunities for career development is the second most important factor for staying with an organisation. However, over 30 per cent of employees had received little or no assurance from their employer about the future, leading many to consider jumping ship before they are shipped out. The failure of many employers to talk about the future with their staff indicates a lack of understanding of employees perspectives and needs. Replacing employees incurs a great cost, so this recent trend for workers to look elsewhere is worrying for employers and means they should think hard about improving their workplace communications. For job seekers, however, this could be good news as employers offer more salary and incentives to both recruit and retain staff. ResourcesMy first resumeCover letter for my first jobCareer Insider StoriesShelley Lask - Body Positive Health & FitnessInterested in becoming a?Human Resources OfficerGeneral ManagerBusiness ManagerAccountantOffice AdministratorPopular Career Searchesvocational education and training jobsjobs that will exist in the futurehighest paying graduate jobs australi awriter jobs sydneyhigh paying jobs in demand for the future CoursesBachelor of Social WorkEnquire Online Enquire OnlineCertificate III in Health AdministrationEnquire Online Enquire OnlineBachelor of Criminal JusticeEnquire Online Enquire OnlineCertificate III in Allied Health AssistanceEnquire Online Enquire OnlineJosie ChunRelated ArticlesBrowse moreStressWellbeing 7 Signs Youre Burning OutBurnout is serious. It can have a debilitating effect on your career and a full recovery can take months or even years. Prevention is better than the cure and here are 7 signs youre headed for burnout - dont ignore themCharles Sturt University (CSU)MBAHow to Find The One When Choosing An MBAMaking the decision to study an MBA should not be taken lightly, it requires a good amount of time, effort and money, so to help ensure you choose the right MBA weve put together a little checklist.CAREER ADVICEJob hunting tipsHow to Find the Right RecruiterGoing on a job-hunting journey using a recruiter ca n hopefully find you a job quicker, reducing the ups and downs of the job search process... but how do you find the right recruiter? We reveal all