Have you ever had someone accept your job offer, then bail before day one? Yeah, me too.
It’s one of the most frustrating things I’ve experienced as a law firm owner, and lately, it’s been happening more and more. I used to think it was something I was doing wrong. But when I started reaching out to other law firm owners, from solos to mid-size firms to folks managing entire departments in Big Law, I realized this is a trend that's not just affecting me.
In this episode of Crushing Chaos With Law Firm Mentor, I discuss why candidates are backing out after signing offers. I also talk about the emotional, cultural, and psychological shifts that are changing how people think about work, and what it means for those of us doing the hiring.
You’ll hear about:
- Why counter-offers are exploding right now
- The rise of fear, overcommitment, and last-minute FOMO
- How ego, identity, and employee disconnection play into your hiring challenges
- The generational changes no one wants to talk about
- How quiet quitting has been affecting law firms everywhere
… and a lot more.
This is part one of a two-part series, so stay tuned for the second part, coming in a few days.
For now, tune in!
Key Takeaways:
Introduction (00:00)
There’s a new trend on the market (02:24)
How counter-offers are changing everything (12:33)
What does job anxiety have to do with this? (16:53)
Let’s talk about FOMO (18:52)
The shift in workplace mentality (24:18)
Generational and cultural shifts (28:28)
People are overselling their dissatisfaction (32:54)
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