What are Job Seekers Looking for?

The job market is alive and active, full of candidates looking for new opportunities, whether they are employed or unemployed. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the current unemployment rate is 4%. Those looking for new opportunities seeking a fair salary and benefits to ensure stability. In addition, employees want to do work that they’re proud of. 

What is making them seek out another job? According to a survey done by Career Builder in 2023, employees in jobs that require little experience and preparation tend to seek a job with more benefits. Employees in jobs that require more experience and preparation claim that they feel stagnant and that their work-life balance is not adequate.  

Of course, there are always obstacles during a job search. People in jobs that require less experience lack the qualifications and experience they need for a new opportunities. For those in higher level positions, candidates find there is a lack of available jobs that will hire them due to being overqualified.  (Career Builder Survey) 

Most job seekers look for new jobs through connections they may have with their network of family and friends. Others report seeking jobs through websites such as LinkedIn or Indeed (Career Builder Survey), while many utilize recruiting and staffing firms, such as Ferretti Search.  

Here at Ferretti Search, we are a dedicated partner to job seekers in order to help them find their next opportunity. We are passionate about ensuring that we make quality connections between companies and job seekers. To connect with our team, click here.

Written by Rachel Valle

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