Industry Confidential Check in every issue for the unfiltered thoughts of our guest writers and contributors as they discuss the hottest topics in sports tourism. Join the conversation by tweeting us: @pushsports In this issue, our guest writer discusses the subject of the Great Resignation. “I Did Not Resign Because of the Money” The Great Resignation has been on the minds of business leaders since the Spring of 2021, when nearly four million workers quit their jobs. This continued into the Fall as vaccination eased the severity of the COVID-19 pandemic in the United States, the unemployment rate decreased, and job openings increased. By the end of November, the number climbed to 4.5 million. Most economists will tell you that resigning from a post is usually an expression of optimism. The Great Resignation trend had its tentacles reach across all industries, and tourism and sports tourism were no different. Resignations will continue in 2022, but the expected turnover will not spike as high as last year. Sports tourism comes with immeasurable perks. But even the perks were not enough to keep one sports tourism professional from continuing a career. Recently we reached out to a former mid-level sports tourism industry professional. We learned of the mental and physical sacrifice that ultimately led to this individual (we’ll refer to this person as “X”) walking away from the industry altogether. X had the following to say concerning their mindset at the time. “Even though I’m completely passionate about sports tourism, I, and others, are leaving the profession with enthusiasm. It is easier for people to believe that I left due to the crummy pay. It was easier for the HR director to believe it was because I found something more passionate about.” Here are the five main reasons X left the job and the industry. None of which had to do with the salary.
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