In recent years, the issue of “revenge quitting” has been increasingly discussed, especially due to the negative impact of workplace culture and management practices. Employees are no longer just resigning due to poor experiences but are using resignation as a form of retaliation against their workplace. This new phenomenon signals not just a loss of workforce but also a significant warning for organizational culture, management strategies, and employee engagement.
Revenge quitting backed by data:
- 17% of full-time employees report having resigned with the intention of getting back at their employer. (Forbes)
- 28% of employees expect to see more revenge quitting in workplaces by 2025. (MarketingProfs)
- 4% of employees plan to engage in revenge quitting in 2025. (Forbes)
Factors Driving Revenge Quitting:
- Low Salaries and Lack of Raises: 48% of employees cite low pay and
the absence of raises as key factors behind revenge quitting. (MarketingProfs) - Lack of Recognition and Career Development Opportunities: 34% of
employees point to not being valued, while 33% mention the lack of
career development opportunities as triggers for this behavior. (MarketingProfs)
Sectoral Differences:
- Marketing, IT, and Media Sectors: Employees in these sectors tend to have a
higher rate of revenge quitting compared to others. (AllWork.Space)
Emotional State of Employees:
- 65% of employees report feeling “stuck” in their current roles. (WorkLife News)
The Importance of a Healthy Workplace Culture
The rise of revenge quitting highlights just how high employee expectations are and the need for workplaces to adapt. Employees are seeking not only competitive pay and benefits but also respect, transparency, and career development opportunities. Employee satisfaction and engagement are critical to organizational success, and businesses must constantly improve the
employee experience and implement effective management strategies to prevent
these issues from escalating.
References
1. Robinson, B. (2025, January 16). Revenge Quitting: 28% of Employees Expect It at Work in 2025. Forbes. Retrieved from https://www.forbes.com/sites/bryanrobinson/2025/01/16/revenge-quitting-28-of-employees-expect-it-at-work-in-2025
2. MarketingProfs. (2025). Employee Revenge Quitting Study & Stats. Retrieved from https://www.marketingprofs.com/charts/2025/52693/employee-revenge-quitting-study-stats
3. AllWork.Space. (2025, February). Employees Are No Longer Going Quietly: Revenge Quitting May Define 2025. Retrieved from https://allwork.space/2025/02/employees-are-no-longer-going-quietly-revenge-quitting-may-define-2025
4. WorkLife News. (2025). The Rise of Revenge Quitting: A Growing Challenge for HR Leaders. Retrieved from https://www.worklife.news/talent/the-rise-of-revenge-quitting-is-a-growing-challenge-for-hr-leaders
