Anthony Klotz

Anthony Klotz, an organizational psychologist and author of Jolted, studies why people quit. He explains career 'jolts' that prompt sudden reevaluation. Short segments cover current hiring patterns, the new trend of job-hugging, how to quit thoughtfully, manager signals to watch for, and a practical routine for regular career check-ins.

In this engaging conversation, Anthony Klotz, a management professor at Texas A&M and the mind behind the term 'Great Resignation,' dives into the fascinating dynamics of workers leaving their jobs. He discusses when it's truly the right time to quit and the risks of regret that come with such decisions. Klotz emphasizes the importance of professionalism while resigning and shares insights on why open communication can enhance employee retention. He also touches on the trend of workers returning to former jobs, seeking better work-life balance.

Anthony Klotz, an organizational behavior professor and author who coined the phrase 'the Great Resignation,' discusses quitting and workplace jolts. He explains what makes events jolt-worthy and why people can be 'one event away' from leaving. Conversations cover how departures spread, how to plan and deliver resignations thoughtfully, and ways leaders can better recognize and respond to jolts.

Dr. Anthony Klotz, a professor who predicted the Great Resignation and wrote Jolted, studies why people quit and how career decisions unfold. He explains how single jolts and the pandemic reshaped our relationship with work. He outlines types of jolts, why waiting before acting often helps, and practical ways to reassess or ask for changes to stay or leave more thoughtfully.

Anthony Klotz, an organizational psychologist who coined the term Great Resignation and wrote Jolted, explores why people suddenly rethink their jobs. He discusses pandemic-driven labor shifts, the new “great hunkering down,” jolts that trigger sudden career reevaluations, and practical steps for making measured quitting decisions. Topics include spotting quiet departures, manager strategies, and planning deliberate career check-ins.