Manager Resource – Root Causes of Turnover (Article

Manager Resource – Root Causes of Turnover     

1. Compensation & Benefits

• Are salaries competitive for your industry and region? 

• Do employees feel their pay aligns with their workload and responsibilities? 

• Are benefits (health, time off, retirement, flexibility) attractive? 

2. Workload & Job Design

• Are employees overworked or consistently understaffed? 

• Are job roles clearly defined, or are people doing “a little of everything”? 

• Is there burnout or unrealistic expectations? 

3. Management & Leadership

• Do employees trust and feel supported by their managers? 

• Are managers trained in communication, feedback, and conflict resolution? 

• Are there issues with favoritism, micromanagement, or lack of recognition? 

4. Culture & Work Environment

• Is the workplace inclusive, respectful, and psychologically safe? 

• Are employees engaged, or do they feel disconnected from the company mission? 

• Is there internal conflict or drama? 

5. Career Growth & Development

• Do employees see a path for advancement? 

• Do you offer training, mentorship, or skill-building? 

• Are high-performing employees being challenged, or are they stagnating? 

6. Hiring Practices & Onboarding

• Are you hiring the right people for the roles? 

• Is the onboarding process thorough and supportive? 

• Do new hires feel integrated and equipped to succeed? 

7. Feedback & Communication

• Do employees feel heard? 

• Are there regular check-ins, surveys, or exit interviews? 

• Does leadership communication change transparently? 

8. Work-Life Balance & Flexibility

• Are hours, schedules, or remote work policies overly rigid? 

• Are people frequently sacrificing personal time for work? 

• Do you understand each employee’s work-life balance goals?  

9. Recognition & Rewards

• Do employees feel appreciated for their efforts? 

• Is good work acknowledged publicly or privately?