Recent labor market data reveals that 79% of employees who quit their jobs cite a “lack of appreciation” as a primary driver for leaving. This statistic highlights a fatal disconnect in corporate leadership, as seen in a viral Reddit case study where a CEO told staff they were “all replaceable” just 60 days before filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy.
U.S. bankruptcy filings increased by nearly 18% year over year in 2025, according to federal court data. Corporate Chapter 11 filings also rose sharply. Small and mid-sized companies were hit hardest. Business insolvencies are climbing alongside higher borrowing costs, slowing consumer demand, and tighter credit markets. Layoffs have followed. Workers are feeling the shock first. In several…