The Retention Revolution: Why Great Employees Stay or Leave

The Retention Revolution: Why Great Employees Stay or Leave

Suraj Prajapati

Published by Suraj Prajapati, 2025.

While every precaution has been taken in the preparation of this book, the publisher assumes no responsibility for errors or omissions, or for damages resulting from the use of the information contained herein.

THE RETENTION REVOLUTION: WHY GREAT EMPLOYEES STAY OR LEAVE

First edition. April 20, 2025.

Copyright © 2025 Suraj Prajapati.

ISBN: 979-8227734006

Written by Suraj Prajapati.

The Retention Revolution:

Why Great Employees

Stay or Leave

A CEO's Guide to Building Organizations Where Top

Talent Chooses to Stay

Stop the Exodus. Secure Your Future. Thrive Together. Copyright © 2025 by Suraj Prajapati

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First Edition: April, 2025

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Dear Reader,

I wrote this book because I've seen too many talented people walk out the door, taking their knowledge, relationships, and potential with them—all at tremendous cost to their organizations.

As a leader, I've experienced firsthand both the pain of high turnover and the tremendous advantage of successful retention. The difference isn't magic or luck. It's strategy, discipline, and genuine care for the people who make your organization work.

The pages ahead contain practical wisdom distilled from years of research and real-world experience. These aren't theoretical concepts but proven approaches that have saved organizations millions of dollars while creating workplaces where people genuinely want to build their futures.

My hope is that this book gives you both the insight and the tools to transform your organization into one where your best people choose to stay, grow, and contribute their finest work.

The journey begins with understanding why people leave. It culminates in creating a place where they want to stay. I'm honored to be your guide along this path.

Wishing you success in your retention revolution,

Suraj Prajapati

Contents

Introduction: ............................................................................. 7

Why Employee Retention Matters .............................................. 7

The Hidden Cost of Employee Turnover ................................. 8

Why This Book Matters to You ............................................... 8

The Retention Revolution....................................................... 8

How to Use This Book ........................................................... 9

Chapter 1: Understanding Why People Leave ........................... 11

Why Employees Walk Away.................................................. 12

The Top 6 Reasons Employees Quit ..................................... 12

Case Study: The Real Cost of Turnover ................................. 14

The Departure Warning System ............................................ 15

CEO Action Items: Getting Started ....................................... 16

Chapter 2: Meaningful Work and Purpose ................................ 17

Why Purpose Drives Retention ............................................. 18

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