As American Workers Leave Jobs in Record Numbers, a Closer Look at Who Is Quitting

[mahatmakanejeeves]

American workers’ stampede toward the exits hasn’t let up. New data puts a finer point on who, exactly, is leaving jobs these days.

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As American Workers Leave Jobs in Record Numbers, a Closer Look at Who Is Quitting
Lower-ranking employees and female middle managers are more likely to be weighing their job options in a tight labor market.

[LakeArenal]

1. The labor market isn't tight. It's a tight pay me market.

[DBoon]

2. Exactly

People whose jobs suck

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3. Are Many Leaving Because They Started Their Own Business?.....

Maybe many figured out ways to make a living - other than their day job - because they were quarantined at home.

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4. The self-employed are counted in the Household Survey that produces the Labor Force

Participation Rate and the unemployment rate. Its not just payroll employees.