
EXPERT ANSWER
Jul 09, 2020 - 01:35 PM
There are many ways to attract career-minded candidates; most of them require thinking outside the recruiting box. Hiring managers often believe that candidates want higher pay above all else, but that's not always the case. In a recent global survey by work management company Wrike, four in 10 professionals reported they would take a pay cut for a position that made them happier. More than 50 percent of U.S. workers said they would choose a happy work environment over higher pay.
Happiness for career-minded employees comes in a variety of forms, namely:
Happiness for career-minded employees comes in a variety of forms, namely:
- A diverse workplace, inclusive of people of all ages, gender identities and backgrounds. Diversity strengthens your team and provides opportunities for learning and growth.
- Meaningful work. The majority of respondents to the Wrike survey reported this to be the #1 factor for their happiness, over "compensation" and "flexible hours."
- Quality of life. Benefits add to employee satisfaction, but quality of life is more than good health insurance or paid holidays. Career-minded professionals look for factors such as work-life balance, employee appreciation, and flexible schedules.
- Room to grow. Offer candidates plenty of opportunities to learn and to advance along their career track and they’ll want to know more.

Dec 19, 2020 - 07:28 AM
Always Care for your Employees, Because If you Care for your Employees, your Employees can better care form your Clients.