Celebrated for 139 years, The 1st of May finds Brazilian workers wrapped in conflicting professional feelings in 2025, como regista pesquisa especial da Serasa. At the same time as being dissatisfied with salaries and limited opportunities for advancement, the interviewees say they are satisfied with their current position and optimistic about their career future. Amid the uncertainties generated by Artificial Intelligence, they do not seem so frightened by replacement by machines or technology. Temo mais a economia
Our research reinforces that there is significant scope for companies to invest in the development and appreciation of employees, evaluate Patricia Camillo, financial education specialist at Serasa. Aquele empregador ou líder que estimular o crescimento e fortalecer o envolvimento do funcionário terá mais sucesso na retenção de talentos, complement.
Future and retirement
Produced by the Opinion Box Institute, the survey records that 59% of workers feel optimistic about their professional future in the next five years and 32% believe they will be able to retire peacefully, despite increasingly restrictive legislation. 33%, however, consider it difficult to retire with financial stability
The survey also indicates that 63% of respondents consider themselves satisfied or very satisfied with their current position. However, remuneration remains a concern: 68% state they are dissatisfied with their salary.
For those seeking new opportunities in the market, the pursuit of a better salary (32%) and better quality of life (27%) are the main motivators for a career change. Among the challenges faced in the current work environment, low remuneration and high workload stand out.
Financial education in the workplace
According to the study, 83% of respondents value companies' provision of financial education programmes as part of their professional development. Furthermore, 86% believe that participating in work-related finance courses contributes to a more solid future planning, e 84% consider this practice essential for dealing with unforeseen events
When the worker has access to financial education, gain more confidence to make important decisions about your life and career. The support of companies in this process is a differentiator that brings benefits to everyone, since employees who are more financially secure tend to be more engaged, productive and resilient in the face of challenges, afirma Patrícia
