This survey shows the level of satisfaction of U.S. employees with the opportunities for career advancement. Some 16 percent of respondents stated that they were very satisfied with the given opportunities in 2011.
Respondents were employed, either full time or part time
Method of interview
Online survey
Supplementary notes
* The source does not provide detailed information regarding the questions. The chosen wording here might therefore differ slightly from the survey.
** The source does not provide a more specific survey date.
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