Employee satisfaction across Europe largely boils down to location and flexibility, study reveals
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The Great Place to Work's study of 25,000 employees in 19 European countries reveals stark differences in worker satisfaction. Countries like Italy and Greece show low satisfaction rates at 43% and 44%, while Denmark and Norway boast much higher satisfaction levels at 75% and 73%. Factors such as respect, work-life balance, and psychological safety contribute to positive workplace culture. The study also highlights age-related trends in employee retention: 40% of younger workers (18-24) want to leave their jobs, compared to just 25% of older employees (55+). Additionally, flexible work arrangements vary widely across regions, with Northern Europe leading in remote work options.
The report highlights how employee satisfaction directly correlates with productivity, revealing low satisfaction rates in Italy and Greece (43% and 44% respectively) versus higher rates in Denmark and Norway (75% and 73%).
Factors like respect, work-life balance, and psychological safety are crucial for fostering a positive work culture. Employees wish to see their leaders actively embody organizational values.
A notable trend is the difference in employee retention by age, showing only 25% of those over 55 wish to leave their jobs, compared to 40% of younger employees.
The findings show a significant disparity in job satisfaction and flexibility across Europe, with Northern European countries being more likely to offer remote options, unlike Southern regions.
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