Q: What is your greatest frustration on the job?

Lack of growth opportunities: 55 percent
Relationship with management/employer: 19 percent
I don't fit into the company culture/values: 14 percent
Low pay/compensation: 11 percent
Relationship with co-workers/clients: 1 percent

Q: What factor would most dramatically improve your feelings about your job?

Working for a company whose culture is aligned with my values: 47 percent
Clear advancement opportunities: 20 percent
More equitable compensation: 10 percent
I already love my job: 10 percent
Better development programs: 9 percent
An employer that offers more constructive feedback: 4 percent

"Today's employees need to feel their organization's culture honors what they value and what is important to them," said Korn Ferry Senior Partner Dave Eaton. "For example, if their organization gives lip service to a participative culture, but in reality decisions are made from the top down, they'll feel undervalued and may leave. It's incredibly important to focus on culture, especially during times of change, such as in a merger or acquisition."

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