Workplace loyalty is becoming a one-sided relationship in the eyes of many employees, even though most still consider themselves loyal to their employers.
Monster’s Workplace Loyalty Report found that 90% of workers believe companies expect more loyalty from employees than they are willing to give in return. At the same time, 80% describe themselves as at least moderately loyal to their current employer.
Workers Say Companies Put Profits Ahead Of Employees
The perception of employer loyalty has weakened in recent years. 46% of workers say companies are less loyal to employees than they were five years ago, while 28% see no change and 25% believe employer loyalty has improved.
That perception is paired with a stronger focus on profits. 71% of workers say companies are more focused on profits than employees compared with five years ago.
Most Workers Still Consider Themselves Loyal
Despite those concerns, only 20% describe themselves as slightly or not loyal to their current employer. About one-third of workers, 31%, consider themselves very loyal, while another 49% are moderately loyal. The remaining 20% includes workers who would leave for a better opportunity or who are actively looking regardless of their current job.
The findings suggest employees have not abandoned workplace loyalty, but many appear to view it as conditional rather than automatic. Their willingness to stay may depend on whether they believe their employer is offering enough in return for that commitment.
