The ‘resignation equation’: 5 factors that drive employees to quit

Aug 10, 2022

The term “Great Resignation” emerged in May 2021, after it became clear that record numbers of people were leaving their jobs during the pandemic. Image: Unsplash/Brooke Cagle

Helen Nugent

Senior Writer, Formative Content

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Reasons why workers are likely to resign. This trend is being driven by 5 key factors, which PwC calls the ‘resignation equation’. Image: PwC

Most important factors when considering a change in work environment.

Salary remains one of the biggest drivers in job decisions. Image: PwC

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