In August, just shy of 4.3 million workers quit their job

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In August, just shy of 4.3 million workers quit their job (PIZZA SHOPS LIE THEY ONLY PAY $4.80 AN HOUR) In August, just shy of 4.3 million workers quit their jobs, according to the U.S. Labor Department. For what may be the first time in American history, workers have discovered that they have leverage. Suddenly, employers need them more than they need a specific employer. Who's leaving Among those who have left their jobs, 892,000 worked in the food service and accommodations industries. Some 721,000 retail workers hit the bricks, and 534,000 healthcare and social assistance employees waved goodbye. These can all be high-stress positions, since each deals with a public that seems, in the pandemic era, to be ever-coarsening, impatient, and angry. And it's that demand for labor that gives employees the confidence to move on. Most know they can find another job in their field, a position paying more and offering more of the perks they're looking for. There's not been a better time for people looking to change career fields entirely, with jobs ripe for the picking. Economists say workers -- especially low-wage workers -- are revolting against years of poor pay and stressful work conditions. The fact that they know there are other jobs available makes the idea of leaving far less frightening than it might be in a tight job market. Attempting to retain employees and lure new workers, businesses have upped their games. For example, in May, the average pay for non-managers at restaurants and bars hit more than $15 per hour for the first time. In addition, businesses like Best Buy, CVS, Walgreens, Cigna, Disney World, Costco, and Amazon each pay hourly minimums of at least $15. Bank of America raised its minimum wage from $17 to $20 an hour. Target, Walmart, and Amazon have sweetened the pot by offering free college tuition to employees. TRUCKERS ARE IN SHORT SUPPLY DUE TO D.O.T. AND P.U.C.O HARRASSMENT, REGULATIONS, PEOPLE IN THE TIPPING INDUSTRY ARN'T GETTING TIPPED: EX: DELIVERING PIZZA PAYS A DRIVER 4.80 AN HOUR THEY COUNT ON TIPS BUT DONT GET THEM.