“The Great Resignation” is the term coined for U.S. workers quitting their jobs or finding spots in new industries. According to the U.S. Labor Department, more than 4 million Americans quit their jobs in April, a record high. And even more plan to do so as we exit the pandemic.

Among reasons cited in various articles about this phenomenon include unhappiness or boredom with their current job or industry, a desire to continue to work from home and ditch the commute, and the ability to have more flexibility in terms of work/life balance. Some are even quitting to pursue a post-pandemic adventure. Others stated they were looking for a job where they could continue to learn something new. Or perhaps they are taking advantage of companies that are poaching workers with the lure of higher pay, more flexible work hours and conditions, and signing bonuses.

For many who worked from home during the pandemic, they learned that they could be just as productive or even more productive. And they saw the financial benefits of avoiding costs associated with traveling to the office every day. In addition, many took the opportunity to add to their knowledge and skills through various online learning platforms.