It takes a lot of time and effort to recruit a high-performing employee to an organization. That’s why it can be so disheartening to his or her manager and the human resources department when the same employee tenders a resignation much sooner than anyone expected. While personal factors such as health and family issues can play a role, the reason people quit jobs goes far beyond that. Below are three reasons that top employees may leave and what companies can do about it.

Being Overworked or Underchallenged

The best employees require just the right balance of having enough challenge to look forward to coming to work every day but not so much that they’re chronically stressed and feel like they must always be on call. It’s easy to turn to top performers when certain tasks need immediate attention. However, these same people can start growing resentful when they get work piled on them because their co-workers aren’t completing their fair share of it. Smart managers keep everyone busy without relying too much on a single person.

At the opposite end of the spectrum is the high-performing employee who feels under-stimulated at work. People of this caliber thrive on consistently meeting goals and having a manager who will help them grow beyond their current position and level of comfort. To prevent burnout and boredom, managers should give workers tasks that challenge them and not pile on the busy work because no one else will do it.

Not Feeling Appreciated

High-performing employees like to feel like they are making a difference and that their teammates and superiors recognize their contribution. Their enthusiasm can quickly turn to resentment if no one ever takes the time to recognize their hard work or even starts to take it for granted. Eventually, they may start to put less effort into their work or look for another job. These employees don’t expect praise for everything they do but a quick word of acknowledgment at the completion of a project can go a long way.

Need more tips on how to keep your best employees happy? Schedule a consultation with Elevation Financial today.