25% of you looking for new jobs

RICHMOND, Va., Jan. 2 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- One in four U.S.
workers is resolving to get a new job in the year ahead, a figure that
rises dramatically for those who are employed hourly, 18-34 years old or
Hispanic, according to a just-released survey of the nation's labor force.

The survey, commissioned by SnagAJob.com, the No. 1 source for hourly
employment, and conducted by Ipsos Public Affairs, a leading, independent,
global-market research firm, found that 26 percent of employed Americans
said they will look for a new job in 2008. Nearly one third (31%) of hourly
workers, 40 percent of Americans ages 18-34 and 54 percent of employed
Hispanics said they plan on job hunting. Conversely, 19 percent of salaried
workers said they will be in the market for a new job.

The survey also found that, given the uncertain direction of the U.S.
economy, several circumstances could have U.S. workers considering
additional work. When asked what economic conditions would cause them or
someone in their household to contemplate a second job, 27 percent of
respondents cited an increase in energy prices, with an identical
percentage citing higher monthly housing costs and the same number
indicating the inability to get ahead on their current salary. (Respondents
could select more than one choice.)

"The overall employment picture in the U.S. remains strong, but this
survey suggests that there are underlying concerns in the work force," said
Shawn Boyer, CEO of SnagAJob.com. "With such uncertainty, and with a desire
to get ahead, many American workers will be seeking new or additional
employment in 2008."