The Real Reasons Employees Quit — and How to Retain Them

Unwelcome employee turnover can create big problems for managers, teams, and organizations, so it's important to understand the real drivers of attrition. New research from Ethan Bernstein, associate professor at Harvard Business School, and Michael Horn, cofounder of the Clayton Christensen Institute, points to a host of push and pull forces that cause workers to jump ship and also outlines better retention strategies. They are the coauthors, along with Bob Moesta, of the HBR article "Why Employees Quit" and the book Job Moves: 9 Steps for Making Progress in Your Career.

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The Real Reasons Employees Quit — and How to Retain Them

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A conversation with Ethan Bernstein and Michael Horn about why workers might walk away from your organization.

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October 22, 2024

Unwelcome employee turnover can create big problems for managers, teams, and organizations, so it’s important to understand the real drivers of attrition. New research from Ethan Bernstein, associate professor at Harvard Business School, and Michael Horn, cofounder of the Clayton Christensen Institute, points to a host of push and pull forces that cause workers to jump ship, and also outlines better retention strategies. They are the coauthors, along with Bob Moesta, of the HBR article “Why Employees Quit” and the book Job Moves: 9 Steps for Making Progress in Your Career.

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