In the new world of work in Canada, the job perks that employees once valued have changed, says a new survey from digital workflow firm ServiceNow. Traditional, pre-COVID workplace policies and compensation are not enough to attract and retain talent, forcing employers to quickly re-evaluate employee experience within their companies.
Results from ServiceNow New World of Work Education reveal that in the bid for talent, the high salary is not enough to reduce the frustrating job. Nearly three out of four respondents said they would never take a job that was frustrating or unrewarded, even if the salary was higher.
“Employee experience has become the new currency in talent search, and it’s critical for companies to stay competitive,” said Marc LeCuyer, vice-president and general manager of ServiceNow Canada. “Experiences are shaped by the kind of work employees do every day. Having a job that feels impactful or important, and where you feel you are contributing to a larger goal or purpose, is key to building great work experiences. ”
Top reasons why Canadian workers might consider quitting their jobs include increased burnout (32%), increased working hours (28%), difficulty unplugging (27%) and communication challenges with colleagues (24%).
With increasing technology spending in businesses during the pandemic, McKinsey found that in the future, the leading performers in the economy plan to double-down on tech as a diversification. Canadian employees agree because two in three (67%) want their employers to invest in advanced technologies such as AI that will allow staff to perform low-level tasks more efficiently. , leaving more time for meaningful work.
“Employers need to find ways to reduce the low cost of work,” LeCuyer said. “The use of digital tools can fill the gap to make day-to-day work simpler, easier and faster to free up time for employees to focus on more important and enjoyable aspects. of their jobs – the work only people can do. “
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