Entre o propósito e a remuneração: um estudo sobre a busca por carreiras sustentáveis no mercado de trabalho

Abstract

This study aimed to investigate the factors influencing professionals’ choices and retention in organizations, focusing on the prioritization of mental health, well-being, and quality of life over salary. A descriptive, cross-sectional, and quantitative research was conducted with 153 respondents from different age groups, genders, and educational levels, predominantly from Generations Y and Z. Data were collected through a structured questionnaire in Google Forms, consisting of 30 closed-ended questions divided into thematic blocks addressing sociodemographic profile, perceptions of organizational environment, retention factors, and professional priorities in promotion processes. The findings reveal that professionals, especially younger ones, give greater importance to aspects such as work-life balance, remote work possibilities, flexible schedules, and humanized management practices. Moreover, results indicate that even when faced with the possibility of higher salaries, many participants are willing to prioritize mental health and quality of life, highlighting a paradigm shift in career expectations and approaches to the world of work.