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09/11/2025

The Retention Mirage

Understand why staying doesn’t always mean thriving

Retention may not be the victory that leaders believe it is. On paper, retention looks good. Turnover is down, resignation rates have slowed, and companies appear to have weathered the worst of the talent exodus. But dig deeper, and you will see a dangerous illusion. Employees may be staying, but many are not thriving.

This is the retention mirage: When leaders equate head count stability with health, overlooking the silent erosion of energy, commitment and performance.

What truly matters is whether your workforce is thriving, not just remaining in place. Achieving this requires a rethinking of your organization's culture, growth opportunities and sense of purpose.

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