The Great Resignation

The COVID-19 pandemic has not only changed the way people work, but it has also changed priorities when it comes to what people want from their work. At a recent Executive Breakfast Series event, Pat Hirst, Practice Lead Learning & Development at People First HR, led a discussion on the phenomenon known as The Great Resignation with the HR professionals in attendance.

Results from a survey completed prior to the event showed better work-life balance, the freedom to work from home or the office or a mix of both, burnout/exhaustion, bad workplace culture, and the desire to chase a passion are all reasons people are giving when it comes to a decision about whether to stay in their job or to move on.

The full article is posted here on the Manitoba Business Matters website. Manitoba Business Matters is an initiative by the Manitoba Chambers of Commerce focused on collecting, analyzing, and sharing relevant COVID-19 news, government policy changes, and workplace practices and protocols to ensure the business community, chamber network, and economy emerge stronger. Click here to learn more.