The workplace has seen its fair share of volatility in the last few years. However, employers are currently enjoying a period of steady employee retention.
Only about 35% of U.S. workers said they plan to look for a new job in the second half of this year, according to a recent report from management consulting company Robert Half. That’s down significantly from 49% in 2023. This phenomenon is being referred to as the “Big Stay” — a trend where employees are staying in their current jobs instead of looking for new opportunities — and it could play a critical role in employers’ retention strategies.
