A recent study by Gallup (May 2019) into reasons why people leave confirm that 5 of the top 6 reasons people leave their job are influenced by the manager.

Reasons people leave

  1. 32% – Career advancement/promotional opportunity
  2. 22% – Pay / Benefits
  3. 20% – Lack of fit for job
  4. 17% – Management/general work environment
  5. 8% – Flexibility/scheduling
  6. 2% – Job security