Burnout Epidemic Pushes Companies to Address Wave of 'Revenge Resignations'
- 55% of U.S. workers report burnout, driving "revenge quitting" surge as 72% see reduced efficiency and 71% lower job performance. - Burnout disproportionately impacts Gen Z (66%) and remote workers (61%), linked to workload (50%) and poor team dynamics (50%). - Only 42% of burnt-out employees discuss struggles with managers, with half receiving no meaningful support, risking talent exodus. - Eagle Hill Consulting warns burnout threatens organizational stability, urging leaders to address root causes befo
Survey Reveals Half of U.S. Employees Are 'Revenge Quitting' Due to Widespread Burnout
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An increasing number of American employees are abruptly leaving their positions—a trend known as "revenge quitting"—as burnout reaches alarming heights, according to a recent survey. Research from Eagle Hill Consulting, conducted in November 2025, shows that 55% of workers feel burned out, with the problem most pronounced among those with longer tenure.
Drawing on responses from 1,400 U.S. employees, the survey illustrates the extensive impact of burnout. Nearly 72% say it hampers their productivity, while 71% notice a decline in their overall work performance. Burnout also undermines customer service (65%), stifles innovation (64%), and affects attendance (56%).
Melissa Jezior, Eagle Hill Consulting's president and CEO, described the results as a "wake-up call" for business leaders. She stressed that burnout is not just a retention problem but a serious threat to overall company performance and customer experience. Jezior urged leaders to tackle the underlying causes of burnout unique to their organizations and to adopt effective measures to help overwhelmed employees.
Younger employees are especially vulnerable, with 66% of Gen Z and 58% of millennials reporting burnout, compared to just 37% of baby boomers. Those working remotely or in hybrid roles are also at greater risk, with 61% and 57% respectively experiencing burnout.
To make matters worse, many workers feel unsupported. Only 42% of those experiencing burnout have talked to their managers about it, and nearly half of those who do see no meaningful response. This gap leaves companies poorly prepared to prevent turnover or keep valuable employees, especially as competition for talent grows fiercer.
The results reflect a broader pattern of dissatisfaction in the workplace.
As businesses face the year-end rush, the survey is a stark reminder that neglecting burnout could have long-term negative effects.
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