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background: #f8f9fa;
border: 1px solid #e9ecef;
border-radius: 8px;
padding: 30px;
box-shadow: 0 4px 6px rgba(0,0,0,0.05);
margin-bottom: 40px;
}
.calc-title {
text-align: center;
color: #2c3e50;
margin-bottom: 25px;
font-size: 24px;
font-weight: 700;
}
.input-group {
margin-bottom: 20px;
}
.input-group label {
display: block;
margin-bottom: 8px;
font-weight: 600;
color: #495057;
}
.input-group input {
width: 100%;
padding: 12px;
border: 1px solid #ced4da;
border-radius: 4px;
font-size: 16px;
box-sizing: border-box; /* Fix padding issue */
}
.input-group input:focus {
border-color: #4a90e2;
outline: none;
box-shadow: 0 0 0 3px rgba(74, 144, 226, 0.1);
}
.calc-btn {
width: 100%;
background-color: #2c3e50;
color: white;
border: none;
padding: 15px;
font-size: 18px;
font-weight: 600;
border-radius: 4px;
cursor: pointer;
transition: background-color 0.2s;
}
.calc-btn:hover {
background-color: #34495e;
}
.result-box {
margin-top: 25px;
background: #fff;
border: 1px solid #dee2e6;
border-radius: 4px;
padding: 20px;
display: none;
}
.result-row {
display: flex;
justify-content: space-between;
padding: 10px 0;
border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;
}
.result-row:last-child {
border-bottom: none;
}
.result-label {
color: #6c757d;
}
.result-value {
font-weight: 700;
font-size: 18px;
color: #2c3e50;
}
.high-turnover {
color: #e74c3c;
}
.moderate-turnover {
color: #f39c12;
}
.low-turnover {
color: #27ae60;
}
.article-content {
line-height: 1.6;
}
.article-content h2 {
color: #2c3e50;
margin-top: 30px;
border-bottom: 2px solid #eee;
padding-bottom: 10px;
}
.article-content h3 {
color: #34495e;
margin-top: 25px;
}
.article-content ul {
padding-left: 20px;
}
.article-content li {
margin-bottom: 10px;
}
.info-box {
background-color: #e8f4fd;
border-left: 4px solid #4a90e2;
padding: 15px;
margin: 20px 0;
}
function calculateTurnover() {
// Get input values
var startCount = document.getElementById('startEmployees').value;
var endCount = document.getElementById('endEmployees').value;
var separations = document.getElementById('separations').value;
// Validate inputs
if (startCount === "" || endCount === "" || separations === "") {
alert("Please fill in all fields to calculate the turnover rate.");
return;
}
var startVal = parseFloat(startCount);
var endVal = parseFloat(endCount);
var sepVal = parseFloat(separations);
if (startVal < 0 || endVal < 0 || sepVal < 0) {
alert("Please enter positive numbers only.");
return;
}
// Calculation Logic
// Step 1: Calculate Average Headcount
var avgHeadcount = (startVal + endVal) / 2;
if (avgHeadcount === 0) {
alert("Average headcount cannot be zero.");
return;
}
// Step 2: Calculate Monthly Rate
// Formula: (Separations / Average Headcount) * 100
var monthlyRate = (sepVal / avgHeadcount) * 100;
// Step 3: Calculate Annualized Rate
// Formula: Monthly Rate * 12
var annualRate = monthlyRate * 12;
// Display Results
document.getElementById('resultSection').style.display = "block";
document.getElementById('avgHeadcount').innerText = avgHeadcount.toFixed(1);
var monthlyText = document.getElementById('monthlyRate');
monthlyText.innerText = monthlyRate.toFixed(2) + "%";
var annualText = document.getElementById('annualRate');
annualText.innerText = annualRate.toFixed(2) + "%";
// Analysis Color Coding & Text
var analysisSpan = document.getElementById('turnoverAnalysis');
// Note: These benchmarks are generic; industry specifics vary.
if (annualRate = 10 && annualRate <= 20) {
analysisSpan.className = "moderate-turnover";
analysisSpan.innerText = "Healthy / Average Turnover";
monthlyText.className = "result-value moderate-turnover";
} else {
analysisSpan.className = "high-turnover";
analysisSpan.innerText = "High Turnover – Investigation Recommended";
monthlyText.className = "result-value high-turnover";
}
}
Understanding Monthly Turnover Rate
Employee turnover is a critical metric for HR professionals, business owners, and managers. It measures the rate at which employees leave a workforce and are replaced. While annual turnover is commonly cited, calculating your Monthly Turnover Rate provides a more immediate pulse on organizational health, allowing for faster interventions.
A sudden spike in monthly turnover can indicate issues with company culture, management changes, or competitive market pressures that need addressing before they affect the bottom line.
Key Formula:
Monthly Turnover Rate = (Number of Separations / Average Number of Employees) × 100
How the Calculator Works
This calculator uses the standard ISO method for calculating turnover. Here is a breakdown of the inputs required:
- Employees at Start of Month: The total headcount on the first day of the month.
- Employees at End of Month: The total headcount on the last day of the month. This accounts for new hires and separations.
- Number of Separations: The total number of employees who left the company during the month. This includes voluntary resignations, involuntary terminations, and retirements.
The Math Behind the Calculation
To ensure accuracy, we first determine the "Average Headcount" for the specific month. It is unfair to use just the starting or ending count, as the workforce size fluctuates.
Example Calculation:
- Start Count: 200
- End Count: 190
- Separations: 10
- Average Headcount: (200 + 190) / 2 = 195
- Monthly Rate: (10 / 195) × 100 = 5.13%
Interpreting Your Results
Once you have your monthly percentage, it is often helpful to view the Annualized Projection (Monthly Rate × 12). This helps compare your current month's performance against annual industry benchmarks.
What is a "Good" Turnover Rate?
Ideal turnover rates vary significantly by industry (e.g., retail and hospitality typically have higher rates than tech or finance). However, general guidelines suggest:
- Below 10% (Annualized): Excellent retention.
- 10% – 15% (Annualized): Healthy turnover. Some churn is necessary for bringing in new talent.
- Above 20% (Annualized): potentially problematic. High turnover increases recruitment costs and lowers morale.
Why Monitoring Monthly Turnover Matters
Tracking this metric on a monthly basis helps organizations detect trends early. For example, if turnover spikes every January (post-bonus season) or decreases in summer, HR strategies can be adjusted accordingly. High turnover is costly; estimates suggest replacing an employee can cost anywhere from one-half to two times the employee's annual salary.
Strategies to Reduce High Turnover
If your calculator results are showing a high percentage, consider implementing the following retention strategies:
- Conduct Exit Interviews: Understand the real reasons why people are leaving.
- Review Compensation: Ensure salaries and benefits are competitive for your industry.
- Improve Onboarding: A strong start increases the likelihood of long-term retention.
- Offer Career Pathways: Employees are more likely to stay if they see a future within the company.