Citation:

Mohd Mansoor Hussain. "Investigating the Underlying Causes of Low Employee Retention" International Research Journal of Economics and Management Studies, Vol. 2, No. 4, pp. 164-168, 2023.

Abstract:

This research paper investigates the factors contributing to low employee retention in firms, examining organizational, individual, and strategic issues to provide actionable recommendations for change. This study uses qualitative interviews and internal corporate documentation to investigate organizational factors influencing poor employee retention rates, such as leadership effectiveness, career growth possibilities, work-life balance, and company culture. Individual factors influencing employee retention rates, such as job satisfaction, engagement, and perceived contribution value, are investigated in this study. To understand potential variances, it evaluates demographic data such as age, gender, and work level. This study investigates staff retention issues and suggests evidence-based solutions. It combines qualitative and quantitative information to discover organizational and individual issues. The ideas are intended to develop a positive work environment and employee loyalty.

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Keywords:

Investigating, Underlying Causes, Low Employee Retention, Organizational Factors, Exploration, Individual Factors.