The Rise of Polyworking: Why CFOs See Talent as Top Risk as Workers Juggle Multiple Jobs
New York, NY – December 5, 2025 - A growing trend of employees holding multiple jobs concurrently – dubbed “polyworking” – is rapidly becoming a defining characteristic of the modern workforce, and a major concern for company leadership. CFOs are now ranking talent – encompassing hiring, retention, and skill gaps – as their top internal risk, according to recent findings. And, despite economic headwinds, polyworking isn’t expected to slow down anytime soon.
A recent Monster poll reveals a startling statistic: nearly half of all workers currently hold multiple jobs. crucially, over 51% cite the extra income as “absolutely essential” to cover basic monthly expenses, signaling a deeper issue than simply a desire for extra spending money.
“As long as workers are underpaid,the data points to polyworking continuing,” explains Vicki Salemi,career expert at Monster. “This isn’t a temporary fix; 38% of respondents plan to maintain multiple income streams long-term, directly correlating to dissatisfaction with their primary salary.”
Cost of Living Crisis Fuels the Trend
The root of the problem lies in stagnant wages failing to keep pace with the soaring cost of living. Monster’s