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Employee attrition 

What is employee attrition?

Employee attrition is the departure of employees from the organization for any reason (voluntary or involuntary), including resignation, termination, death, or retirement.

What factors can influence employee attrition?

Factors affecting attrition include:

Salary (monetary)
Lack of future career prospects
High stress levels leading to work–life imbalance
Organizational climate
Unjust employment policies
Bad managers
Stressful nature of work

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