Data reveals key factors for employers to consider when
looking to retain and sustain the wellbeing of their
employees.
TORONTO, Oct. 12,
2022 /CNW/ - A new survey by ADP Canada, conducted
with Maru Public Opinion, reveals that while many working Canadians
report feeling engaged and satisfied in the workplace, they also
have trouble setting boundaries between work and personal life.
Job satisfaction masking employee burnout
The survey indicates that job satisfaction in the workplace
continues to remain relatively high, with seven-in-ten (67%) of
Canadian workers responding that they feel satisfied in the
workplace.
While this is positive news for employers, the survey finds
areas of concern that employers should not dismiss when it comes to
boundaries and work-life balance. According to the survey, over a
third (34%) of respondent's report feeling that they are not able
to set boundaries at work when it comes to preserving their
work-life balance. As a result, 32 per cent of respondent's report
feeling tired or overworked at work, posing concerns on a
correlation between boundaries and burnout.
This sentiment was the most apparent amongst surveyed Canadians
aged 18-34, with 23 per cent reporting working long hours on a
regular basis and over four-in-ten (43%) struggling to set
work-life boundaries.
"As we emerge from the COVID-19 pandemic, where lines between
work and our personal lives were blurred for many who worked from
home, it will be important for employers to continue building a
mindful and supportive work environment that provides employees
with regular opportunities to discuss their priorities and
encourages them to feel comfortable setting boundaries," says
Ed Yuen, Vice President, Strategy
and HR Outsourcing at ADP Canada.
Employer proactivity: Key to employee engagement and
wellbeing
Although Canadian workers report feeling engaged at work, there
is still an opportunity to provide additional support. Almost
three-in-ten (29%) of respondents feel they have not been provided
with the support, tools and resources to advance their careers.
That said, Canadian organizations are being proactive and
understand the importance of frequently checking in on employees to
discuss goals and feedback, with four-in-ten (40%) working
Canadians surveyed reporting that they receive weekly check-ins
from their management.
"It's encouraging to see that employers are prioritizing weekly
check-ins. Not only do check-ins help to identify potential issues
early on, but they also provide employers with the opportunity to
support their employees and help raise capacity or fatigue issues,"
added Yuen.
In addition to check-ins, Canadian workers indicate their
feedback is taken into consideration: more than half (53%) of
respondents report that their goals, feedback and expectations are
taken seriously by their employer in the workplace.
"Now, more than ever, employers should encourage employees to
disconnect from work and set boundaries, while also providing them
with the right support and resources to manage their work-life
balance and achieve their career goals," concluded Yuen.
Survey Methodology
These are some of the findings of a survey undertaken by Maru
Public Opinion from September 12-13, 2022, of 748 randomly
selected employed Canadian adults who are Maru Voice Canada online panelists. For
comparison purposes, a probability sample of this size has an
estimated margin of error (which measures sampling variability) of
+/- 3.6%, 19 times out of 20. The results have been weighted by
education, age, gender, and region (and in Québec, language) to
match the population according to Census data which ensures the
sample is representative of the entire adult population of Canada.
Discrepancies in or between totals when compared to the data tables
are due to rounding. The detailed tables can be found at Canadian
Public Opinion Polls | Maru Group.
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SOURCE ADP Canada Co.