While 97% of Singaporeans say it is important to find meaning in their work, only 1 in 5 have actually managed to do so.
SINGAPORE: A new study has shown that almost all Singaporeans find meaning at work is important but only a dismal one in five, or 20 per cent, claim they’re “very satisfied” with the level of purpose in their jobs at present.
It’s based on a survey of working adults and tertiary students about to join the workforce across six Southeast Asia, including respondents from Singapore and its goal is to define what meaningful work means to today’s workforce. Also, the respondents said that their desire to earn a high salary is not due to wanting amass more wealth but to ensure their families have comfort and security.Woman making 'facepalming kind of mistakes' at work asks,"What do I do as a naturally absent-minded and careless person?"
When asked what employers can do to increase workers’ sense of meaning and purpose, enhancing working conditions with flexible hours, comprehensive health insurance and equal pay , took first place, followed by advocacy for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion and other social causes , and creating more opportunities dedicated to Environmental, Social, and Governance .
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