Quick quitting is primarily driven by a lack of flexibility in the workplace. A study found that over one-third of workers who quit had requested remote work options, indicating that the absence of such flexibility is a significant factor in their decision to leave.

The Skynova study revealed that nearly 40 percent of workers would consider staying at their current company if remote work options were available. Additionally, Baby Boomers, Millennials, and Gen Xers all prioritize remote or hybrid work for job satisfaction, suggesting that these arrangements can significantly enhance employee retention.

Employers may be influenced by cognitive biases such as confirmation bias, which leads them to focus on information that supports their existing beliefs about remote work, and status quo bias, which makes them hesitant to change from traditional work models. These biases can obscure the potential advantages of hybrid and remote work, such as improved employee satisfaction and reduced turnover.