Worker frustration

Wed, 30 Jul 2008 | Updated: Fri, 21 Nov 2008 10:59 GMT

One in five UK workers are frustrated in their current jobs, according to new research.

The research, from global management consultancy Hay Group, found that 20% of the UK workforce felt frustrated by their work, while 50% believe that they lack the authority to make decisions crucial to their jobs. And 35% think their job does not make best use of their skills and abilities.

The report also showed that 56% of senior managers fail to generate a high-performance climate, while 41% thought mangers were guilty of creating a demotivating climate for employees.

Ben Hubbard, regional director (Europe, Middle East, Africa) at Hay Group’s employee survey division, said: “The frustrated employee phenomenon poses a major business risk and a significant missed opportunity.
 
“With fierce competition for the most talented employees, companies’ efforts to engage their people will be wasted if not backed by a supportive and enabling environment.”

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