Trends Employers Need to Know from Q3 2025
At TRC Talent Solutions, it’s important for us to understand what today’s workforce values. Our latest Q3 2025 Pulse of the Workforce Survey captures where employees stand right now—their motivations, risks of turnover, and the factors shaping career decisions across industries.
The Current Landscape
The labor market is steady on the surface, but beneath it, employees are rethinking their next moves:
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Pay and advancement top the list of reasons people consider leaving their jobs.
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Turnover threats are especially high in Finance, Retail, and Business Services.
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Telecom and IT professionals are generally satisfied, yet many are still pursuing other opportunities.
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Government and Healthcare employees show more stability, though pressure from wages and burnout remains.
What Keeps People
When asked what makes them stay, employees pointed to four main factors:
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Competitive compensation
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Flexibility in how and where they work
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Confidence in leadership
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A supportive culture
Other reasons included proximity to home, employer loyalty, and personal financial responsibilities.
Job Security Isn’t the Concern
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84% of employees feel secure in their current roles.
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But, 57% expect to look for a new job in the next 3 months.
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Employees aren’t moving out of fear. Instead, they’re moving toward better pay, career paths, and cultural fit.
Industry Snapshots
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Telecom/Utilities/Energy: High mobility (76% job seeking) but strong employer loyalty (93% would recommend).
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IT: Two-thirds open to new opportunities, yet 83% would still recommend their company.
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Finance & Retail: More than 70% of workers are looking, with lower satisfaction levels.
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Government & Healthcare: Lower turnover intent but ongoing stress around compensation and burnout.
Why It Matters
The data shows employees aren’t just chasing a paycheck. They’re weighing growth potential, flexibility, and leadership quality as much as financial security. Even satisfied employees can become flight risks if these needs aren’t met.
How We Can Help
At TRC Talent Solutions, we use insights like these to help employers stay ahead of shifting workforce expectations. By staying connected to what matters most to candidates, we help companies not only hire the right talent but also create environments where people want to stay and grow.
Looking for more details on these findings? Download the full report or contact us—we’ll show you how TRC can help you navigate these trends and build stronger teams.
