Factors that Influence
- Job Security
- Fair and equitable practices
- Solid comm. channels
- Mgrs. who lead by example
I am Satisfied with my Current Job
I am Satisfied with my Current Job
Background Information
This theme measures employees’ perceptions of how satisfied they are with their current job.
Satisfaction at work is based on a combination of intrinsic and extrinsic factors. Intrinsic job satisfaction is a result of feeling content with the work itself and the responsibilities that go along with it. Extrinsic job satisfaction has more to do with the work conditions such as salary, job security and relationships with coworkers and supervisors.
The results for this theme may contrast with those for
Job Security
Satisfied with Pay
Employee Workload
A Good Place to Work
Why is this Important?
Workers who are not satisfied with their current jobs indicate that the top reasons for their dissatisfaction are not being paid enough, absence of room for progression and poor company culture.
Keeping employees engaged and satisfied helps strengthen a company in many ways, including: Respect – employees rate respectful treatment of all employees as a critically important component of job satisfaction.
Trust – employees specify that trust between themselves and senior management is a highly important satisfaction factor.
Security – employees indicate there is a strong link between wondering whether their jobs are secure and increased levels of anxiety.
Healthy Environment – A workplace that has a work culture free of morale issues and harassment and one that fosters work-life balance is an environment that offers high levels of employee satisfaction and engagement.
Recommended Action Items
Consider implementing the following action items as part of your personalized strategy to improve the level of employee engagement within your team.
Celebrate Successes
Credit employees where credit is due, whether in person, through emails, at meetings, etc. There is a tendency for leaders to be vocal about mistakes more often than triumphs. Leaders should use constructive feedback to encourage greater levels of mutual respect. They should also practice regular & frequent modes of celebrating accomplishments.
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Know Causes of Employee Dissatisfaction
The things that make people most satisfied in the workplace tend to be things money cannot buy, such as feeling passionate about their jobs, feeling valued, growth opportunities, work-life balance. Organizations need to know which factors negatively impact employee job satisfaction to ensure they have procedures in place to minimize them.
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Making Work Interesting
Challenging work is satisfying work. Providing autonomy allows workers to develop their challenges and find ways to overcome obstacles, leading to a more fulfilling work experience. Support employees to strive for higher goals and foster career development, training and mentorship opportunities.
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Proper Fit
People are naturally more engaged in work that puts their talents to good use. One-way organizations can foster employee engagement is by ensuring that employees have a clear understanding of how the work they do correlates with the company’s goals. Give employees the chance to take responsibility for their own workspaces and to apply individualized touches. This embeds a sense of belonging and supports job satisfaction.
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