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What is ‘career cushioning’ and why are more doing it?

  • A study found that 48% of Americans are exploring backup career options if their current jobs do not meet expectations.
  • A poll of 2,000 American office workers found that 77% have begun preparing for a backup career.
  • Workers said they would pursue a backup career for greater enjoyment, a better lifestyle or less stress, or after losing their current job.
  • The study found that 52% have not considered a backup career, while 91% have stayed in their current job for two years.
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What is ‘career cushioning’ and why are more doing it?

According to a new study, 48% of Americans are "career cushioning" — exploring what backup options they have if their current job didn't meet their expectations. The new poll of 2,000 American office workers found 77% of them have started…

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Star Local broke the news on Monday, September 28, 2026.
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