Survey on Retention..

Results of a recent survey

Why Employees Quit

Asked 3000 employees, "What is the most important factor influencing your thoughts about leaving the organization?"

My career. I don't have opportunities to grown or advance here.
28%

My desire for change. I want to try something new.
15%

My work. I don't like what I do it doesn't make the most of my talents.
14%

My finances. I want to earn more money
14%

My job conditions. I don't have the Flexibility, commute, etc that I need
10%

My manager. I don't like working for him or her.
9%

My organization's mission. It conflicts with my personal values.
5%

The economy. I think better jobs in my field are available.
3%

My colleagues. I don't want to work with or around them.
2%




Why Employees Stay

Asked 3000 employees, "What is the most Important factor influencing your plans to stay with the organization?"

My work. I like what I do.
34%

My career. I have significant development or advancement opportunities here.
15%

My job conditions. I have flexible hours, a good commute, etc
14%

My organization's mission. I believe in what we do.
9%

No desire for change. I am comfortable to this person.
9%

My finances. I expect a desirable salary, bonus or stock option in 2008
8%

My manager. I am committed to this person.
4%

The economy. I don't think there are other job Opportunities for me out there.
4%

My colleagues. I have strong relationships on the jobs
3%