“Can I have a word?”

A simple sentence that can strike fear into many bosses.

Yesterday, a client called me. Earlier that day, there was a knock on their office door, followed by a request for a chat. No prior warning, no hints, just an immediate realisation of what was coming.

And it wasn’t the news they wanted or expected.

So why do people leave jobs? There are countless reasons, but these are the ones we hear most often:

• Career Growth & Progression
• Better Compensation & Benefits
• Work-Life Balance
• Toxic Work Environment
• Poor Management
• Lack of Recognition
• Job Security Concerns
• Misalignment with Company Values
• Desire for a New Challenge
• Commute & Location Issues

With so many variables at play, can you ever be fully prepared for all eventualities? My client certainly hadn’t planned on recruiting for this role, but now it’s the priority, alongside the many other responsibilities of running a business.

How do you prepare for the unexpected? Have you ever been caught off guard by an unexpected resignation?

Your perspective matters; feel free to reach out: 

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