Why Attrition Is Often a Capability Clarity Problem—Not an Engagement Issue
Exit interviews frequently surface the same themes. Lack of growth. Unclear expectations. Feeling underutilized. Feeling overwhelmed.
These are often categorized as engagement or culture problems. But beneath them lies a more fundamental issue: capability clarity.
Employees are more likely to leave when they are unsure how to succeed.
The Hidden Cost of Ambiguity
Many roles evolve faster than training keeps up. Expectations shift, responsibilities expand, and success criteria become implicit rather than explicit. Employees are expected to figure it out, often without guidance.
This creates anxiety and self-doubt, even among high performers. Over time, ambiguity becomes exhausting.
When employees cannot see a clear path to competence and progression, attrition becomes a rational choice.
Why Training Often Misses the Mark
Training is frequently designed to be broad rather than role-specific. Employees receive general development opportunities but lack clarity on what excellence looks like in their role.
Organizations with strong retention invest in training that defines what good looks like, what decisions the role owns, what tradeoffs matter most, and how performance is evaluated.
This clarity builds confidence, which is one of the strongest predictors of retention.
GTA’s Approach to Retention Through Capability
GTA’s role-aligned training resources are designed to create clarity, confidence, and progression across roles and levels. Each resource is $250, includes lifetime access, and supports retention by making success visible and achievable.
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