Forrester did a survey of IT Professionals on what motivates them. Turns out it is not all about pay!
1. Interesting work to do is top motivator – 78%
2. Autonomy – 73%
3. Work life balance – 68%
4. Base compensation – 68%
5. Relationship with manager – 66%
6. Job security – 64%
In addition, there are some interesting age oriented statistics. 29% over 45 say base compensation is top motivator and only 14% under 45 say base compensation is top motivator. 33% over 45 say technical development is top motivator where 66% under 45 say it is top motivator!
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