And it works both ways. Few people go to work every day to be charitable. They do it for the money.[/quote]
But like any relationship there are power dynamics. The side with relatively more power will have the upper hand and will make the rules.
One example: at will employees can be fired anytime; and the employees can “fire” the employer and leave anytime. But the truth is that employers will fire employees the same day. But the employee is usually expected to give 2-week notice. There is a clear power imbalance.[/quote]
you can up and leave.
“I quit”. of course that bridge is burned.
if one work in a small industry, burning too many bridges is bad for career unless that person is a known superstar.
in a big industry, not so much.