There is a simple fix for America’s job-quality crisis: actually give workers a piece of the business

Group 1 - The new American Job Quality Study indicates that only about 40% of American workers have quality jobs, defined by financial security, safety and respect, opportunities to grow, a voice in decisions, and a manageable schedule [2] - Many companies do not measure employee engagement or turnover rates, leading to high turnover and rehire rates, which negatively impacts safety and overall company performance [3] - High turnover rates result in wasted resources on recruiting, training, and onboarding, and can lead to increased costs related to workers' compensation and missed workdays [4] Group 2 - The study highlights a cycle where high turnover discourages investment in employee development, leading to disengaged workers who provide minimal effort in return [5] - Companies often view employees as interchangeable units of labor, which erodes empathy and fosters a short-term focus on quarterly results rather than long-term employee investment [5]