New Survey shows Americans do not want to be Boss

Who wants to be boss? The answer: not many of us. That according to a survey by Careerbuilder.com. CareerBuilder’s Jennifer Grasz says that most people would rather skip the higher salary and have fewer responsibilities. “Typically when you are taking on a leadership position that will mean longer hours, it may mean less time spent with friends and family.” Grasz says that most people would rather have more time with family, although, she says, gender does come into play. “Men were more likely to have an interest in a leadership position than women.” She says the study found being the boss really boiled down to what was most important to people. “With leadership roles there is added responsibility, there are longer hours, there is higher pay too, so it is really what is most important to you.” Many like their current jobs, continues Grasz. “In the study, a lot of people said that they are happy in their current roles. They like managing their current responsibilities instead of managing other people.” Grasz concludes by saying it is about finding balance. “A lot of it goes back to: Are you happy in your job? Are you earning enough to support your family but also have a good work-life balance?” The survey found that 40% of men say they are interested in leadership roles at work compared to 29% of women.