Survey: Most Employees Don’t Care About Going Green
Environmentally friendly business practices rank near the bottom of what job seekers consider.
From: Inc.com By: Liz Webber
More Americans may be going green at home these days, but when it comes to the workplace, environmental concerns fall near the bottom of a list of what they look for in a new position, according to a new survey.The survey, conducted by Jobfox, a McLean, Va.-based online job service, found that 5 percent of respondents prefer a company that is “ecologically-friendly” — making it 18th on a list of the top 20 characteristics job seekers look for when considering a career change.”I think what it’s saying is people will take environmentalism if it’s a free good,” said Rob McGovern, founder and CEO of Jobfox. “Will people pay more for it or make a career sacrifice for it? We’re not seeing that.”
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Corra has always found it odd that many workers fail to see the advantages of a green environment. Not only do they fail to understand how a non-environmentally sound work place impacts their health, but they don’t see how the savings and lack of waste will help advance the business itself.
Smart employers will take into consideration a candidate’s disposition toward the environment. Those who are uncaring about the environment will probably prove less responsible in managing their affairs int he workplace. These are the employees who will be more wasteful, at least, less inclined to conserve on materials and power.
It’s fair to say any shrewd business owner wants employees who are progressive. More so, these are the employees who will prove more in touch with the tone and tenor of the times. They will be more aware what clients and customers are looking for and how clients and customers regard a green company, compared to one that ignores any environmental factors.
Conducting a credit history report and MVR Driving report are smart ideas when ascertaining a candidate’s behavior and sense of responsibility. Those who are fiscally irresponsible will not be as responsible in handling business affairs. They will leave the lights on and help themselves to a disproportionate share of office supplies. Their expense accounts might prove more creative than usual.
Conducting an education verification search and taking note of what courses someone took outside of his major may prove helpful in determined his sense of environmental responsibility.
At any rate, the world is going green. The world is less sanguine about those that don’t get the message. Don’t risk upsetting your clients and customers. Be progressive. As for your candidates, check them out before you hire.
