HiBob Unveils Striking Survey on UK Workers’ Mental State
Right out of the gate, HiBob—yes, the HR platform that’s redefining how companies run in the “modern work of work”—has dropped a fresh research report that pulls back the curtain on how UK employees are feeling, what keeps them burning that office spark, and the biggest buzz that might send people packing in 2024.
Surprise Insight #1: The Stress Factor
- Overwhelmed to the Point: A striking 58% of respondents admit they’re juggling a mountain of tasks, yet feel less than 30% relaxed.
- Burnout’s New Kind: “I’m not just tired, I’m irreplicable-tested and stuck in a static loop,” says a senior engineer. (Yes, that’s a modern Java-binding of burnout.)
- Headroom for Change: Companies that offer flexible hours and mental-health days see 72% lower stress reports.
What Lights the Fire: Motivational Drivers
In a world where coffee is king but purpose is queen, here’s what really keeps employees geared up:
- Purpose Over Pay: Employees want to feel they’re contributing to something bigger. Those who see a “why” at work outperform those chasing the paycheck.
- Growth and Learning: If your company folds a clear career ladder like a cereal box, people climb that ladder.
- Culture, Not Culture: A workplace that encourages collaboration over competition ticks a major positivity bell.
Key Flags for 2024 Resignation Fever
- Micromanagement Overload: Managers who hover like the Illuminati of performance reviews risk employees deciding, “I’m not with this.”
- Unclear Career Paths: A lack of concrete promotions can feel like getting stuck on a broken train track.
- Less Than 150% Flexibility: Those who can’t switch chairs (or giants of schedule) are more likely to look for greener pastures.
What HiBob Is Doing About It
To soar past these obstacles, HiBob recommends:
- Deploy Data-Driven Wellness Programs: Focus on spot-checking mental health real-time.
- Calendar Integration for Work-Life Balance: Let people see the “real” deadline boundaries.
- Transparent Promotion Timelines: Publish a clear, formulaic ascent path.
If you’ve got a moment, dive into the full research and swing your HR team to that next level. The aim is simple: keep the workforce happy, the motivation high, and the resignation rate low—because no one wants another “retirement” tweet.
State of employee mental and financial wellness driving resignations
Kick‑Start the New Year… or Just Go!
Burn‑out & Stress: The Plain Truth
- Burn‑out: 20% of Brits are feeling like they’ve burned a hole in their brains.
- Stress: 29% are juggling more anxiety than a circus clown.
- Feeling Supported? Only 16% say their workplace actually has their back.
Everyone’s Head‑On the Hunt for a New Gig
- 2024 Jobs: A whopping 70% of UK workers are eyeing a fresh position.
- Next Six Months: 28% plan to make a move sooner than a Vegas slot‑machine win.
What’s Driving All These Resignations?
It’s all about the work‑life balance – a clear 17% see that as the main reason to quit.
New year, new priorities: ‘Work to rule’
How UK Workers Really Feel About Their Jobs
Turns out, 30% of our fellow Britons are all about that work‑life balance. They’re into a steady rhythm of office duties, paid weekends, and a little time for that hobby they love—or for a massive Netflix binge, whichever comes first.
Next on their “to‑do” list is pushing for a raise or a promotion. Another 29% are ready to chase the higher‑up dreams, but only if it comes with a pay‑check boost.
Setting Boundaries in 2025
- 22% say they’re ready to draw the line at work. They’ll be those people who shout “no thanks” to any last‑minute request that might bump their hours or stack too many tasks on their to‑do list.
- They’re planning to keep their evenings and weekends at home, a bit of a “no‑late‑night‑shift” stance.
- Basically, they’re turning their desks into a fortress of sanity: “Account? Not today! Constraints? Yes!”
In short, the British workforce is redefining what it means not to be a work‑aholic. They’re after a solid mix of accolades, pay, and the sweet freedom to finish on time.
Working remotely vs in the office
Work-From‑Home vs. Office: Who’s Winning the Battle?
After the pandemic’s chaos, the biggest debate on office life has been “remote or real‑room?” A fresh survey shows that only 11 % of UK staff want to pull the plug on in‑house hours. The rest—an overwhelming 88 %—prefer a hybrid or full‑office routine.
Why the Office Still Holds No. 1
- Work–Home Divide (20 %): Nobody likes mixing pot‑luck lunch with a budget review.
- Team Jive (19 %): “Ping one, ping two” is still a better vibe than a solo binge‑watch.
- Tools & Gear (14 %): Offices come with free printers, not printers that need a ceremonial chant.
- Heated Winter (13 %): Yes, chilly desks are worse than the “working in the car” pandemic trend.
Cost‑Cognizant Commutes
Yet, far from a ghost‑worthy dream, 40 % of workers fret about the extra cash spent on commuting when offices reopen.
HiBob’s Take
Ronni Zehavi, CEO of HiBob, says, “Lock‑in 2024 feels like a sprint on a treadmill by the seaside. Employees are burnt out, so they’re re‑asking what they want from a workplace.”
“Pay bumps might hit snooze in tough economic times,” Zehavi adds, “but the balance life plays a key role in snagging top talent—especially now when the war for skills is practically a reenactment of The Hunger Games.”
