A recent Glassdoor survey on workplace trends for 2025 revealed a “wave of revenge quitting is on the horizon”. The term refers to the act of an employee abruptly leaving their job in response to negative experiences such as lack of recognition, burnout or disengagement with workplace culture.
According to Bester, to reduce the risk of revenge quitting, leaders must focus on creating a workplace culture that recognises employees’ contributions and meets their evolving needs. This includes actively listening to feedback, providing clear opportunities for career progression and cultivating an environment of respect and inclusivity.
‘Anti-perks’ are employee benefits that sound positive but actually have a negative impact on workplace satisfaction. They are perks that appear attractive on the surface but discourage or disadvantage employees; for example, ‘work from anywhere’ policies that actually mean being available 24/7 and mandatory team building events.
“Employees are also voting with their feet if they find that their employer is creating an oppressive working environment or difficult culture. This can result in top talent abandoning these employers for greener pastures, leaving behind the less mobile, mediocre talent that doesn't find it so easy to move on.”
An existing trend that experts predict will only grow in popularity in 2025 with the ever-widening generational divide in workplaces, reverse mentoring is when younger staff offer advice and guidance to their more senior colleagues.
However, Nicholls advises: “For it to succeed, organisations must establish clear goals and provide mutual support to ensure it doesn’t become a box-ticking exercise.”