How CIOs Can Drive Worker Satisfaction

How CIOs Can Drive Worker Satisfaction

By Dennis McCafferty

67% of surveyed employees said their jobs are important to their overall happiness, and more than half said their jobs make them feel happy compared to other important aspects of their lives (such as family, friends and health).

90% have a clear understanding of what’s expected of them at work.

80% have the materials, equipment and training they need to do their job.

78% feel that their colleagues are committed to quality work.

78% said they get to do what they do best on the job.

76% believe that their boss seems to care about them.

75% have had opportunities to learn and grow over the past year, and 65% said their employer encourages their development.

74% said the mission of their job makes them feel important.

69% said their opinion counts at work.

69% said they have a best friend at work.

Just 42% are happy with the rewards and recognition that their company offers.

55% of employees would like a bonus program, but just 36% of employers offer one.

50% would like an employee recognition program, but only 35% of companies do this.