According to Labor statistics, in 2021, 47 million people voluntarily left their jobs.

In this article, we are highlighting the top reasons employees are changing jobs in 2022 and these trends are appearing across each of the verticals that Egret Consulting serves:

Candidates want more flexibility and a better work / life balance. There is strong demand for positions where employees can work fully remote or from home at least 2 – 3 days per week. This can help companies save on infrastructure – buildings, office equipment and furniture, and a myriad of office services. In turn, companies are assisting remote employees with technology: home office equipment, training, etc.

I have spoken to several candidates in the industry who are looking for a new role this year. I want to share some of their backgrounds and if you are interested in talking to them, please reach out to me.

Sales Executive with experience in Strategic Channel Management experience is looking for a new role as a VP of Sales or VP of Sales & Marketing.  Highlights of career:

·        Created incentive agreements with key channel partners

·        Worked in both the data com, utility, and electrical market segments

·        Grew sales and increased revenue by 14%

·        Managed a sales team of 15

·        Managed a business unit of $300 MM

Why are we talking? Was laid off due to reorganization.

Marketing Manager based in Florida but works remote:

·        Led a Marketing Department of a $50 MM company

·        Created several award-winning campaigns for tED Magazine- Product launch & website

·        Created collateral and press releases

·        Manages social media- Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube

·        Launched catalog & newsletter campaigns

What are they looking for? A company where they can join a larger marketing department and expand their knowledge and experience.

National Account Manager based in Atlanta

·        Manages the Home Depot Account

·        Manages PO, logistic issues, pricing, and product inventory

·        Has run a $200MM business with over 500 SKU

Why are they looking? Has done everything and there is no challenge left or career growth

VP Sales and Marketing telecom and utility

·        Led a team of 6 Regional Sales Manager in copper and fiber

·        Increased sales 20% with a new go-to-market strategy

·        Launched a new product development program

·        Worked in Utility market as Product Manager

·        Worked in Renewable energy selling to wind turbine and solar panel OEM

What are they looking for? A position in senior leadership of a company where they can lead and chart the direction of.

Regional Sales Manager – Ohio

·        Worked in the Construction segment

·        Worked in past with General Cable in Utility market

·        Managed a territory of $24MM

·        Sold into the distribution channel

What are they looking for ? They are currently with an unstable company and concern about the future.