This survey shows the extent to which U.S. employees value opportunities for career advancement at work. Some 36 percent of respondents stated in 2011 that such opportunities are very important.
How important are career advancement opportunities at work?*
Respondents were employed, either full time or part time
Method of interview
Online survey
Supplementary notes
* The source does not provide detailed information regarding the questions. The chosen wording here might therefore differ slightly from the survey.
** The source does not provide a more specific survey date.
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SHRM. (October 3, 2012). How important are career advancement opportunities at work?* [Graph]. In Statista. Retrieved September 20, 2024, from https://www-statista-com.ezproxy.canberra.edu.au/statistics/226696/us-employees-career-advancement-importance/
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