Danish workplaces are experiencing a historically high level of job satisfaction among employees, according to a new analysis from Voxmeter and the consulting firm Ballisager. The study, which included responses from 2,000 participants, reveals that 84 percent of Danes are happy to go to work, with 51 percent even describing their job satisfaction as very high. Despite an ongoing debate about stress and proposals for reduced working hours, the analysis shows that many are still thriving in their professional lives. Morten Ballisager, director of Ballisager Consulting, believes that the public debate has positively contributed by raising employers’ awareness of the importance of a good working environment. “A good workplace is crucial for retaining employees, especially the new generations who prioritize a healthy work environment,” he explains.
The analysis also shows that older employees generally experience better well-being compared to younger colleagues. Among different types of workplaces, government institutions rank highest in creating a positive work environment, while larger private companies rank lower. An interesting finding in the survey is that many workers have high self-confidence in their professional skills. Around 70 percent of those surveyed believe they belong to the most skilled half in their workplace. Henrik Lambrecht Lund, a lecturer at the Center for Labor Research at Roskilde University, sees this as a sign of a broader understanding of competence. “Being skilled today is as much about personal contributions and unique qualities,” he says.
Despite the overall satisfaction, 14 percent of those surveyed report experiencing high levels of stress, consistent with previous measurements. This highlights that even in times of high job satisfaction, there are still challenges that need to be addressed to ensure the well-being of all employees.