Study: Most retail workers considering switching careers or industries

A majority of job seekers, especially those in retail, are looking for a career change.

More than half (54%) of job seekers are interested in switching careers or industries, according to talent success company Criteria’s 2026 Candidate Experience report. Those in blue collar fields are 25% more likely to want to switch careers compared to white collar workers, while those with higher educational attainment are the least likely.

Nearly seven-in-10 (69%) retail candidates are looking to switch careers, the highest percentage of any sector in the study. Retail was followed by those in education (67%), hospitality (65%) and transportation & logistics (63%)...

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RSK: I would think retail workers do not make as much as Starbuck employees and just a tad above fast food places. No wonder they are thinking about a career change...