So she was surprised when, in April, she received notice that she was expected to be back in the office full-time a week later. The abrupt transition — from working autonomously to dealing with rush hour traffic, crowded parking lots, abrasive coworkers and late nights —"Over the span of a few weeks, I'd wake up dreading every single day," Fleming says. "I'm a generally positive person and can find something to look forward to the next day.
"I quit right before Juneteenth knowing the meaning of that holiday, and that quitting that job would give me a sense of freedom and purpose," Fleming says. "While I was celebrating with friends that weekend, I knew that come Monday, I wouldn't have to clock into a workplace where I'm not appreciated as an employee."
She says what some employers don't realize about the so-called great resignation is that people do want to work, but they're also burned out and need more workplace support. "Aside from Covid, jobs are requiring a lot of people, and there needs to be a shift," Fleming says. "The 9-to-5 workday isn't realistic. I think having more time at home made a lot of people realize that and prioritize their own lives and mental health.
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