From the organization's viewpoint, career development can reduce costs due to employee turn, over. According to a 2005 survey by the Society of Human Resource Management (SHRM) and CareerJournal.com, over three-quarters of employees (7G percent) are seeking new jobs.' lf a company assists employees in developing career plans, these plans are likely to be closely tied to the organization; therefore, employees are less likely to quit. Taking an interest in employees' careers can also improve morale, boost productivity, and help the organization become more efficient.' Under these circumstances, employees believe the company regards them as part of an overall plan and not just as numbers. An emphasis on career development can also have a positive effect on the ways employees view their jobs and their employers.