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Global study reveals: Westerners are losing the battle for work ethic!
A recent Amrop study shows that professionals in the West have less ambition than their colleagues in the Global South, which has economic consequences.
Global study reveals: Westerners are losing the battle for work ethic!
A new study by Amrop shows shocking differences in work ethic between Western countries and the Global South. While 92% of Indians and 87% of Brazilians find their work fulfilling, in Germany this figure is only 71%. Annika Farin, Global Chair at Amrop, emphasizes that Western countries urgently need to motivate their workforce to counteract the current skills shortage. According to the study, 84% of Indians believe a successful career is essential to a good life, while in Germany only 43% of respondents share this view, indicating an alarming lack of interest in how ots.at reported.
Different work ethics around the world
India tops the list of countries with the strongest work ethic, with 75% of professionals there prioritizing hard work. In a global comparison, US citizens also show a significant inclination to work, with 70% of respondents, while in France only 35% show the same behavior. These different ethics are also reflected in the working hours; While 46% of Chinese are willing to work more than 40 hours, in Germany it is only 27%. The study shows that, surprisingly, greater work effort is often associated with a better work-life balance Wikipedia supports.
Another complex aspect is the pursuit of leadership. 76% of Indians want to work in management positions, compared to only 36% in Germany. This trend could have a significant impact on the future of work and society, warns Farin, because a complete lack of ambition could have devastating consequences for development in Western countries. The comprehensive survey included 8,000 participants from eight nations and highlights worrying side effects of this attitude towards career and work.