Drop everything and... don't come back. What does revenge quitting mean?

dariakalenikova
8 hours ago
2 min read

Employees, often from the Gen Z generation, are choosing to dramatically leave their jobs - without prior notice, in the middle of important projects and sometimes leaving the company without adequate support. The aim is to protest against poor treatment, a toxic culture or excessive demands without adequate benefits

Młody dorosły zmagający się z zespołem oszusta — It's revenge quitting - a protest against burnout, toxic culture and disrespect.

🧭 Why does it appear?

According to experts, the main causes are:

Burnout and lack of work-life balance.
Low satisfaction with promotion and salary not compensating for inflation.
Mental health concerns - Gen Z no longer tolerates working at the expense of Self.
Sense of having alternatives - scarcity of talent gives advantage to employees.

📊 Scale of the phenomenon

17-43% of employees admit that they have experienced or considered “revenge quitting”.
28% expect the trend to continue in 2025.

⚠️ Implications for companies

Damaged employer branding - negative reviews, public drama and social media posts.
Recruitment costs and a drop in team morale - sudden departures disrupt work and affect engagement with others.
Lack of transparent feedback and misunderstanding of expectations - key problems in organisational culture.

✅ How to counteract?

Activities	Effects
Building trust - open conversations and regular feedback	Increased communication and mutual understanding
Authentic leadership - nurturing wellbeing, transparency and empathy	Team confidence and motivation
Flexible working conditions - mixed model, healthy work-life balance	Gen Z expects flexibility and autonomy at work
Development and promotion - scholarships, training, mentoring	Employees seek meaning and continuous development
Professional termination of cooperation - transparent procedures and support	Better to protect your reputation and leave a good impression

🚀 Key findings

Revenge quitting is a symptom of deeper problems: burnout, lack of appreciation and a controlling culture.
For employers, it's a wake-up call - without change, they risk losing talent and reputation.
By investing in culture, development and team health, you can turn this wave of protest into an opportunity for long-term engagement.

A good time to rethink your HR strategy and prepare a workplace that the new generation will appreciate. Want to know more about how to effectively manage your team and recruitment in a changing environment? Feel free to get in touch!