Resignation Requests Hit Record High in Brazil: 38% of Layoffs Are Initiated by Workers

Written by Bruno Teles

Published on 11/04/2025 at 09:50

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Professionals Prioritize Mental Health And Professional Growth Amid Low Salaries And Toxic Environments.

Resignations in Brazil have reached a new level: 38% of layoffs in 2023 were initiated by the workers themselves, according to data from the Ministry of Labor. This movement, driven by exhaustion and the search for better conditions, reflects a structural change in the market, with qualified professionals leaving precarious jobs.

Exhaustion And The Search For Opportunities Drive Resignation Requests

The historic rise in resignation requests is not a result of impulsivity. Research indicates that 62% of professionals associate the decision with mental exhaustion, excessive workload, and lack of recognition. Sectors such as telemarketing, retail, and healthcare report the highest rates, with turnover exceeding 40% in 2023.

Data from Dieese reveals that women with higher education account for 44% of resignation requests in the last quarter. Young people between 25 and 34 years old are also the majority, demanding salaries 28% above the average and hybrid work models. The refusal to toxic environments and inflexible hours explains the migration to startups and companies with diversity policies.

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Experts Warn: Resigning Without Planning Can Increase Financial Risks

Despite the positive scenario, economists emphasize caution. Unemployment still affects 7.8% of the population, and 51% of Brazilians do not have an emergency fund. Renato Meirelles, an economist at FGV, advises: “Negotiate benefits such as home office or courses before resigning. The transition requires planning.”

Recruitment platforms report a 33% increase in registrations of professionals seeking reallocation. Experts suggest three steps: update LinkedIn with performance metrics, participate in parallel selection processes, and negotiate exit deadlines with the current employer.

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Resignation Requests Hit Record High in Brazil: 38% of Layoffs Are Initiated by Workers

Professionals Prioritize Mental Health And Professional Growth Amid Low Salaries And Toxic Environments.

Exhaustion And The Search For Opportunities Drive Resignation Requests

Experts Warn: Resigning Without Planning Can Increase Financial Risks

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