Full coverage· General· Updated
Young Israelis Prioritize Work-Life Balance Over High Salaries, Survey Finds
A new survey reveals that young Israelis are increasingly prioritizing work-life balance and meaningful careers over high salaries, with education and caregiving fields now more popular than high-tech.
2 newsrooms · 2 languages · since
Plus
What happened
- 01Young Israelis now prioritize work-life balance (53%) over high salaries (45%), according to a new survey.
- 02Education, caregiving, and social work are the most desired professions, attracting 43% of young Israelis.
- 03Only 12% of young Israelis aspire to work in high-tech and software, the survey found.
- 0459% of participants are considering leaving their current jobs, and 46% are thinking about changing professions.
- 05The war has negatively impacted mental well-being and work stability for many young Israelis.
- 06Respondents seek government support for vocational training and flexible work arrangements.
The study of 142 individuals aged 18-40 found that 53% value work-life balance more than salary, and many are considering career changes. The war and economic pressures have also contributed to anxiety and financial instability among this demographic, prompting calls for government support in vocational training and job market integration.
The Jerusalem Post publishes in English. The key points are summarized above. Read The Jerusalem Post’s full report from the link below.
The coverage
2 newsrooms on this story
Who covered it
- LeftNone
- Centre2
- RightNone
- HarediNone
- ArabNone
How it broke
See which of the 2 newsrooms broke it, and who waited