The Providence Business News Executive Poll is a weekly
survey of 70 business leaders, representing large and small businesses in a
variety of industries.
QUESTION: Which of the following reasons would be more likely to cause
you to consider changing jobs?
Significantly more money at a comparable job: 66%
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An opportunity to relocate to a state with a warmer climate: 17%
The chance to team up and start a company with a friend or former colleague: 17%
QUESTION: If a recent college graduate asked for your advice, which job
opportunity would you suggest they pursue?
A public sector job with decent salary, terrific benefits and stability: 17%
A private sector job, with lesser benefits and salary, but potential for growth: 83%
QUESTION: When interviewing a candidate for a job at your company or organization,
about which of the following have prospective employees been more concerned?
Salary: 33%
Benefits (health care, time off, etc): 17%
Opportunities for advancement: 50%
QUESTION: What has been your overall impression of late regarding candidates
for openings at your company or organization?
Strong talent pool, lots of qualified candidates from which to choose: 50%
Weak talent pool, few qualified candidates from which to choose: 50%
