🛑 50% QUIT Because of YOU! Why Bad Managers are the #1 Reason Employees Leave (It's NOT Pay)

Here is a statistic every leader needs to face: According to Gallup, 50% of employees quit their jobs—not because of salary, and not because of bad hours—but because of bad managers and toxic bosses.

The problem often boils down to ego. Leaders confuse their position with their worth, thinking they "are the shit" when, in reality, their lack of empathy is destroying team morale and driving up turnover.

A true leader is an emotional thermostat. Your job isn't just writing checks and dictating tasks; it's understanding the human being in front of you.

You must acknowledge the personal struggles your team members are facing.

You must be emotionally present and supportive.

You must create a culture where an employee is not afraid to ask for a day off when they need it.

When an employee feels acknowledged and supported, they understand that their leader is "on the same page" and "with them." This isn't just soft skills; it's the foundation of retention and high performance.

In this episode of The Social Venture Podcast, we discuss:

The Gallup data and why managers are the primary source of employee retention issues.

The difference between being a "boss" and being an "emotional thermostat."

Practical ways leaders can show genuine empathy and acknowledgement.

The cost of high employee turnover driven by ego and bad management.

If you lead a team, stop writing off turnover as a pay issue. Look in the mirror.

🎧 Watch or listen to the full episode on Spotify:

👉 https://open.spotify.com/show/4tcknpOs54XmKhxEAn63yo?si=62c3d7eddbe54172

💬 What is the single worst leadership trait that makes people want to quit immediately?

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