A large nationwide survey shows many Russians are open to changing their field of work. About seventy percent express readiness to switch careers, while roughly a quarter are actively looking for options that would make such a transition possible. The questions and responses come from a broad online study that tracked attitudes toward career mobility, training needs, and the pace of change in the labor market across the country. The findings reflect a moment when professionals weigh personal growth against job security and the perceived value of new skills in a shifting economy. Across regions and industries, people describe a climate that encourages experimentation yet also invites careful planning before committing to a change. In this context, people are not simply dreaming of a different title, they want a viable path to new responsibilities, better pay, and clearer upward movement within their field or an entirely new sector.
Only about thirty percent report being fully satisfied with every aspect of their current job. The rest point to gaps in growth opportunities, recognition, compensation, or work life balance. This sense of partial or uneven fulfillment is not unusual in a large economy where workers constantly assess their options. Employers may respond by expanding training programs, offering clearer promotions, and building acknowledging cultures that reward effort. For many employees, the motivation to explore changes comes from a desire to take control of their career trajectory, to build skills that keep pace with technology, and to find roles that align with personal values and long term goals.
When asked if finding a new job would be easy if needed, a little more than one third answered affirmatively. A further quarter worry that a switch could lead to worse working conditions. About one fifth indicated they would require additional training to move to a new role, and another fifth said securing another job would be challenging. These responses show a balance between optimism and caution. People with in demand skills may feel more confident about transitions, while those in regions with fewer opportunities or in older age groups may fear longer job searches. The data also hints at the importance of accessible training programs, career counseling, and employer supports that help workers prepare for change without sacrificing immediate financial stability.
Opinions about productivity vary. A majority say productivity at the national level is low, with 61.9 percent indicating that it is low in Russia. About 27.2 percent view proficiency as on par with the level seen in many other countries, and 10.9 percent believe it is higher. At the same time, 37 percent see high productivity in their own workplaces, 55.3 percent rate it as average, and 7.7 percent admit they are not efficient in their current roles. These figures illustrate a landscape where external conditions and personal performance sometimes diverge. Some see room for improvement through better training, technology adoption, and stronger management practices, while others feel they are performing well within their current constraints. Taken together, attitudes toward productivity reveal both room for advancement and confidence in existing capabilities.
Most respondents, 77.6 percent, report shortages of staff in their sectors. Among these shortages, 33.4 percent see a lack of any employees, while 44.2 percent point to a shortfall of qualified, skilled workers. Only 22.4 percent report no staffing problems. This pattern underscores pressures in many industries and highlights the need for recruitment and training initiatives that can attract and prepare talent for available roles across the economy.
The survey drew responses from three thousand people across Russia, spanning major cities, smaller towns, and rural areas. Participants represented diverse sectors and age groups, making the results useful for policymakers, employers, and workers who want to understand the current dynamics of the labor market. The breadth of coverage helps illustrate how regional differences shape attitudes toward career change, training opportunities, and the pace of professional advancement.
Earlier data suggested how many Russians are able to earn income after completing university studies. The findings imply that higher education continues to play a significant role in earnings potential, but younger or more mobile workers may pursue vocational routes or advanced training to improve long term outcomes.