What people keep running into with retention
Complaints tagged retention, each raised by more than one person. One-off posts are not included.
3 recurring problems · 18 people · 7 forums we read
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- 9Why can't you pay rent on an entry-level IT salary?Help desk and junior sysadmin pay has stayed completely flat while the cost of living has tripled or quadrupled. This severe gap makes it impossible for entry-level tech workers to afford basic housing, which ultimately drains motivation and drives away qualified applicants.
- 6Why do I have to train my new manager?Training a less experienced colleague or external hire who was placed in a higher position creates deep bitterness and frustration. It forces you to hand over your knowledge while dealing with the unfairness of being passed over for the role.
- 3Why do new hires quit in the first week?Employers lose good people by winging onboarding and throwing new hires in to swim on their own. When employees spend their first days trying to learn complex systems while getting yelled at by customers, they quickly bail.
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