Every other Kirov resident was asked to return to their previous job.

      As it turned out, over the past year every third company tried to rehire former employees, but far from all such attempts ended successfully. Overall, 52% of Kirov residents received such offers, and there were more refusals than acceptances. Women were invited back more often than men — 56% versus 47%. However, refusals among women were also more common. Employers tried to bring back employees with greater professional experience more actively than those under 34. Most often such offers were received by Kirov residents earning from 150,000 rubles a month, yet they were the least likely to agree to return. The main reasons for resignations named by respondents were low pay, inadequate management, and lack of career growth. People were willing to return to their previous job not only for money, but also for stability or a comfortable team. Most often Kirov residents agreed to return on the condition of a decent salary, as well as stable company operations and good relations among colleagues. Those who refused cited low pay and unsuitable working conditions. Currently 26% of respondents are willing to return to their previous employer. The greatest openness to such offers is shown by employees aged 35 to 45. The main condition for returning named by the majority of respondents was a salary increase, followed by improved working conditions and a change of management.