When Top Performers Go Quiet
Hi Super Professional,
We’ve been noticing something quietly powerful.
Talented professionals are walking away from roles at Amazon, Google, and Meta, positions many once aspired to.
Great pay. Prestige. Stability.
From the outside, it doesn’t seem logical.
But top performers rarely complain.
They don’t argue for credit.
They don’t make noise.
Instead, they reflect.
They refresh their resumes, reconnect with their network, take a few conversations, and one day, they’re gone.
Not because they can’t handle pressure but because:
• Their work isn’t recognized
• Their growth has plateaued
• The culture drains more than it energizes
• They’ve outgrown the role
• They’ve seen that layoffs aren’t always performance based
That realization shifts perspective.
When security feels uncertain, even in “safe” roles, professionals begin to think differently. Not from fear, but from self respect and foresight.
Money and big logos matter.
But long term fulfillment, visibility, and resilience matter more.
This is why building a personal brand and nurturing your network is no longer optional.
When your value is visible beyond your title, you’re not dependent on any single company’s decisions.
Silence from a top performer often means a decision has already been made.
Reflection:
Are you staying because you’re growing or because the logo still looks good on LinkedIn?
Book recommendation: Drive: The Surprising Truth About What Motivates Us by Daniel H. Pink
Rooting for you, always,
Chintan & Shreya
Your Coaches @ The Super Coach
