Beyond the Headlines:
What happens when high job satisfaction collides with economic uncertainty? A workforce that seems content on the surface while quietly preparing to move on.
In December 2024, HiBob surveyed nearly 1,000 employees across Australia to explore how they really feel about their roles, companies, and futures. We looked beyond the headlines to uncover what’s driving today’s workforce and what’s keeping them from staying put.
The findings? While 80% of employees say they’re happy in their jobs, 43% admit they’d likely jump ship if the economy improves.
But the report goes deeper. It highlights a widening gap between employee expectations and the career support they receive, revealing how work-life balance is taking priority over promotions. And it shows why traditional retention strategies might not cut it in 2025.
Curious to learn more? Download the full report to uncover the trends shaping workforce behaviour and what HR leaders can do now to protect and empower their people.
What happens when high job satisfaction collides with economic uncertainty? A workforce that seems content on the surface while quietly preparing to move on.
In December 2024, HiBob surveyed nearly 1,000 employees across Australia to explore how they really feel about their roles, companies, and futures. We looked beyond the headlines to uncover what’s driving today’s workforce and what’s keeping them from staying put.
The findings? While 80% of employees say they’re happy in their jobs, 43% admit they’d likely jump ship if the economy improves.
But the report goes deeper. It highlights a widening gap between employee expectations and the career support they receive, revealing how work-life balance is taking priority over promotions. And it shows why traditional retention strategies might not cut it in 2025.
Curious to learn more? Download the full report to uncover the trends shaping workforce behaviour and what HR leaders can do now to protect and empower their people.
