Career development is a top priority for workers But make no mistake, advancing in their careers is top of mind for employees. Even as voluntary turnover is cooling, top performers are more than willing to walk away for better career opportunities. In fact, our research 昀椀nds a lack of career advancement and professional growth are the No. 2 and No. 3 reasons for employees to look for work. Career concerns are driving turnover intent. 2023 Want better pay or bene昀椀ts | 51% Career advancement | 35% Professional growth | 34% 2022 Want better pay or bene昀椀ts | 43% Career concerns can make employees leave, but the opportunity for career growth is just as e昀昀ective at helping them to stay. Workers in our 2023 survey cited Stress and well-being | 30% career advancement and professional development as big factors that keep them with their current organization. These 昀椀ndings are reinforced by a global Flexible work options | 22% survey of 32,000-plus workers by ADP, which found that 40% said career progression is the most important thing to them at work. Why are you thinking about leaving your job? (Check up to 5.) 4 Avoiding the Engagement and Retention Cli昀昀