The Great Resignation is slowing down slightly but is far from over. The number of Americans who quit their jobs in December reached 4.3 million, a slight decrease from November’s high of 4.5 million, according to the Labor Department’s Job Openings and Labor Turnover Survey (JOLTS) report that came out on Feb. 1.

                By                    Yaёl Bizouati-Kennedy

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The quits rate was little changed at 2.9%, following November’s 3%, according to the Labor Department.

In addition, the number of job openings was little changed at 10.9 million in December, following 10.6 million job openings in November, reflecting the still-tight labor market, according to the data.

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“Whether it’s offering increased flexibility, strong compensation packages, or increased flexibility, meaningful benefits are critical to retention and recruitment,” Zehavi said. “And while perks can go a long way in terms of keeping people happy, companies must make sure they aren’t overcompensating with perks for unmanageable workloads.

Quits decreased in several industries, including health care and social assistance, accommodation and food services and construction, according to the report. In addition, the number of quits decreased in the South.

“Today, modern companies are creating dynamic workforces with a mix of full-time and part-time employees, remote workers, and freelancers to make sure they keep both productivity and employee satisfaction high.”

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The largest quit rates were in accommodation and food services, with 6.1%; leisure and hospitality, with 5.8%;  retail trade, with 4.9%; and trade, transportation, and utilities, with 3.8%.

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