The Great Resignation calls for a Glorious Re-Engagement

These workers aren’t really “done.” They’ve got a different destination in mind: somewhere they would fit in better as individuals.

The mass job exodus sweeping America is fueled by newfound empowerment among workers who report feeling overworked, uninspired, and undervalued. Middle-class wages have stagnated for years, even as shareholder returns and C-suite pay increased. That has come at a cost.

Like all mass movements, this trend is more complex under the surface, especially for managers trying to hold steadfast against the tide. The good news is that it...