Getting ahead was once a cornerstone of the American Dream. Now, many professionals are actually turning down promotions.
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The Lede
Climbing the corporate ladder was once the cornerstone of the American dream. But in the aftermath of the pandemic, there are many who no longer aspire to the fancy titles, corner offices, and bigger paychecks that come with a promotion. Many are trying to fly under the radar, desperately hoping they won't get a tap on the shoulder. Others are outright declining promotions — or even asking for a demotion to a role with fewer responsibilities.
Key Details
- In a survey conducted by Randstad, a whopping 42% of respondents in the US said they don't want a promotion because they're happy where they are.
- The shift away from career advancement is bewildering for bosses, who fought so hard to ascend the ranks themselves.
- Cracks are starting to appear in the system: Many people, it has become clear, are no longer willing to make the trade-offs required by America's hustle culture.
