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Hours after Amazon CEO Andy Jassy announced that employees will be required to return to the office five days a week starting in January, disgruntled employees began to discuss quitting on social media, with some speculating that the new policy is intended to push workers to leave. ResumeTemplates surveyed 1,551 U.S. business leaders in September about their company’s return-to-office (RTO) strategy for 2024 and 2025 to uncover the motivations behind increasing in-office days. Study highlights: ~ 26% of companies have increased RTO days in 2024, 12% plan to by the end of the year, and 9% will increase them by 2025 ~ Of these companies, 1 in 3 will require employees to be in-~ office 5 days per week ~ 1 in 10 companies are increasing RTO days to drive employees to quit, with half citing it as a strategy to avoid layoffs ~ 6 in 10 companies know increasing in-office days goes against employee preferences https://lnkd.in/e9QZK89N

Previous surveys have found that Gen Zers tend to overestimate how much they should be earning. ResumeTemplates.com conducted a survey in September to understand the salary expectations of Gen Zers (ages 18 to 27) who are working full-time and do not have children. Study highlights: 💸 87% of Gen Z full-time workers feel they are underpaid 💸 1 in 5 Gen Zers believe they should be making $100,000 or more 💸 60% report being unable to afford their basic needs on their current salary 💸 Nearly 20% of those who struggle to cover basic needs still spend $500 or more per month on non-essential goods 💸 19% say they would need to earn $100,000 or more to afford their basic needs Read on: https://lnkd.in/eAgqk9ec

Layoffs are stressful for employees, particularly when they occur around the holiday season. In September, ResumeTemplates.com gathered insights from 1,038 business leaders about their workforce strategies and outlook for the rest of the year. Study highlights: - 72% of companies plan to have a round of layoffs before the end of year (EOY) - 1 in 10 say these layoffs may not be necessary for the company’s success - Performance management is the top reason for layoffs - Majority of companies will give retained employees year-end bonuses Read more: https://lnkd.in/eaDVHa8a

In August, ResumeTemplates.com surveyed 1,000 business leaders to understand how economic pressures and a tight labor market are impacting salaries and benefits within their companies. Study highlights: ~ 27% of companies have reduced current employees’ salaries ~ 51% of companies have cut benefits ~ 1 in 10 companies aren’t giving raises to any employees this year ~ 1 in 5 companies won’t offer all employees cost-of-living adjustments Full story: https://lnkd.in/d83h3rqR

ResumeTemplates.com surveyed 1,000 business leaders in August 2024 to gain deeper insights into the current job market, including hiring practices and salaries being offered. Study highlights: ▶ 22% of companies are offering candidates lower salaries than they did in 2023 ▶ Anticipation of economic downturn drives reasons for reduced salaries ▶ 1 in 5 companies admit to actively replacing laid off workers with lower cost workers, and more plan to in 2025 ▶ 35% of companies expect to implement hiring freezes next year, and 31% anticipate layoffs Read more: https://lnkd.in/egGR3WUY

Amid growing concerns about AI’s impact on employment, ResumeTemplates.com surveyed 984 business leaders in August to understand how AI has influenced and will influence layoffs. Study highlights: 🤖 3 in 10 companies have replaced workers with AI this year 🤖 38% of companies that will use AI in 2025 will replace workers with the technology next year 🤖 87% of business leaders who are hiring in 2025 say AI experience is beneficial for job seekers 🤖 7 in 10 business leaders believe employees with AI skills have more job security 🤖 Two-thirds of business leaders expect workers using AI to be much more productive Survey article: https://lnkd.in/eBh5FG9Q

People tend to have many strong opinions on Gen Z, whether positive or negative. We wanted to find out how today’s business leaders view Gen Z’s place in the workforce, especially the younger members of this generation who may just be starting their careers. In July, ResumeTemplates.com surveyed 1,000 hiring managers about their experiences working with young Gen Zers, defined in the survey as those 18 to 23. Study highlights: - 1 in 4 hiring managers find young Gen Zers unemployable - 1 in 6 say their employers are not willing to hire this age group for full-time work - 40% say 18 to 23 year-olds are offered lowered pay for the same level of work Read on: https://lnkd.in/ePmzRpRu

With Vice President Kamala Harris as the likely Democratic presidential nominee, ResumeTemplates.com surveyed 1,306 U.S.adults last week to ask about their perceptions of women in leadership. The survey revealed insights into the ongoing gender biases present in U.S. politics and workplaces. Study highlights: ~ 16% of Americans surveyed don’t think a woman is capable of being president of the U.S. ~ Most cited reasons are the belief that women are not taken as seriously and that they’re too emotional ~ 4 in 10 Americans who are unlikely to vote for Harris say her gender plays a role in their decision ~ 39% of respondents say men are more effective leaders than women ~ Respondents believe men are more confident, better decision-makers, handle conflict better, and are more professional than women Read on: https://lnkd.in/eJAXfSW2

Gen Z workers are often perceived as tech-savvy, innovative, and adaptable, bringing fresh perspectives and a strong understanding of digital tools to the workplace. However, they can also be seen as less disciplined, frequently engaging in non-work-related activities during work hours. The group is known for prioritizing work-life balance in ways that sometimes clash with traditional expectations. ResumeTemplates.com recently surveyed 1,200 workers across generations to understand how Gen Z stacks up. The results indicate Gen Zers tend to work fewer hours, spend more time on non-related work activities, and have performance issues. 🔶 Study highlights 🔶 - 1 in 10 full-time Gen Z employees work 4 hours or less per day Gen Zers are twice as likely as other generations to not meet expectations at work - Gen Zers spend more time than other generations on non-work-related activities, such as talking to friends and browsing the internet - 3 in 10 Gen Zers have been confronted about performance-related issues, and in the past year, 11% were put on a performance improvement plan (PIP) - Gen Zers are more likely than other generations to lie to their managers about why they’re late, how long projects take them to complete, and more Full article: https://lnkd.in/ehmt_NCa

Since its launch in November 2022, workers have increasingly used ChatGPT. Its ability to aid in productivity, problem-solving, and communication has made it a valuable tool in various professional settings. Last month, Resume Templates surveyed 1,666 U.S. employees who spend most or all of their workday on a computer to understand how prevalent ChatGPT use is among workers. We found 34% of employees use ChatGPT weekly. Study highlights: - 34% of workers use ChatGPT weekly in their jobs - 1 in 5 ChatGPT users save over 10 hours per week - 32% of workers using ChatGPT started a side hustle with time savings - 4 in 10 workers who use the tool say ChatGPT helped them secure a raise, and 30% report it aided a promotion - 65% of workers who use the tool say they aren’t worried ChatGPT will take their job More here: https://lnkd.in/ez-SvJGU