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LinkedIn Poll Results - September 2024

Simon Clark • 18 September 2024

This September, we delved into the factors that keep professionals committed to their current roles. Through our monthly LinkedIn poll, we asked our network: "What motivates you to stay in your current role?" The responses provided a clear view of what truly matters to employees in today's job market.


Dominating the poll, 'Company Culture' was identified as the primary motivator, with a significant 50% of the vote. This result emphasises the growing importance of a positive, inclusive, and supportive work environment. It reflects a shift towards valuing how the workplace feels and functions over more traditional factors, suggesting that a strong company culture is not just appealing but essential for retaining talent.


'Job Security' followed as the second most cited factor, garnering 33% of responses. In an ever-changing economic landscape, the desire for stable and secure employment remains a critical concern for many, highlighting its role in influencing employee loyalty and satisfaction.


Surprisingly, 'Career Progression' accounted for only 17% of the vote, indicating that while important, opportunities for advancement might be taking a backseat to more immediate workplace satisfactions like culture and security.


Remarkably, 'Remuneration / Salary' received no votes in this month’s poll, a striking insight that challenges the conventional wisdom about monetary compensation being a top motivator. This result suggests that today's workforce may prioritise emotional and career stability over financial incentives.


These insights are invaluable for employers looking to improve retention strategies. At Shepherd Stubbs Recruitment, we understand the importance of aligning recruitment practices with the evolving priorities of the workforce.
 
By fostering environments that emphasise culture and security, businesses can better meet the needs of their employees, ensuring long-term engagement and loyalty.

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LinkedIn Poll Results - December 2024

by Simon Clark • 19 December 2024
As we approach the end of 2024, our latest LinkedIn poll sought to uncover the primary professional goals of our network for the upcoming year. The responses we received provide a clear indication of shifting priorities in the modern workplace as we head into 2025. An overwhelming 64% of respondents identified 'Better Work/Life Balance' as their top professional goal for the new year. This significant majority underscores a growing trend among professionals prioritising their well-being and personal time equally with their career ambitions. It reflects a broader movement towards achieving a healthier balance between professional responsibilities and personal life, emphasising the importance of mental health and overall life satisfaction. 'Career Advancement' still remains a priority for many, with 21% of the votes, showing that climbing the professional ladder continues to be important but perhaps balanced with a desire for quality-of-life improvements. Surprisingly, both 'Skill Development' and 'Networking' received the same level of focus, each garnering 7% of the vote this month. This suggests that while continuing education and expanding professional connections are still valued, they may currently take a back seat to more pressing concerns related to personal well-being and career progression. These poll results highlight a critical shift in professional goals as we move into 2025, with a notable emphasis on achieving a sustainable work/life balance. This insight is invaluable for employers and HR professionals as they plan support systems and corporate cultures that align with the evolving needs of today’s workforce.

Key Indicators of a Successful Interview

by Jonathan Shepherd-Stubbs • 29 November 2024
Interviews are often the most nerve wracking part of the job seeking process and whilst you might be happy that you got the interview, you might wonder if it went as well as you’d hoped. This is a natural reaction to something as important as your career but there are several key signs that suggest your interview was a success, let’s take a look at them. Positive Body Language and Engagement We can usually tell when we get on well with someone and you can also read subtle signs in the interviewers body language which could mean that you left a good impression. Were they leaning forward, engaging with you and seeming interested in what you had to say? Did they respond enthusiastically to your answers? These are all good signs. The Interview Takes Longer Than Expected Interviews are typically structured to a strict timeframe to allow the interviewer to see multiple people and find the best candidate for the job. If your interview has gone over the allotted time but it doesn’t feel rushed, this is a really good sign and means that the company is open to learning more about you and sees potential. Natural Conversations If you have built up a natural rapport with your interviewer and the interview doesn’t seem like a basic question and answer session, this bodes well. If the interviewer also shares information about the company culture, team and future plans with you at this stage, it’s a sign they see you becoming part of their company. Next Steps Discussion If the employer takes the time to explain what the next steps of the process are going to be during your interview, asks about your availability for further stages or lets you know about their onboarding process, these are all good indicators that you are being strongly considered for the role. Introduction and Highlighting the Benefits Another sign that your interview has gone well is if your interviewer introduces you to other team members or key decision makers during the course of your interview. This shows that they personally have deemed you a good fit for the role and could be looking for a second opinion before they make a hiring decision. The interviewer could also begin to highlight the benefits of you working for their organisation, they might mention the ‘perks’ of working for the company, any career progression opportunities or just that it’s a great place to work. They could be trying to sell you the role within the company which often means they think you are a strong candidate.  Whilst the above points aren’t a guaranteed measure of success, they are really encouraging signs that your interview has gone well and that you have made a good impression on the company. If you are currently navigating the job market and need some professional support and guidance, we can help, contact us for advice and information on our current vacancies today.
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