Loyalty has traditionally been seen as a desirable trait in employees, but its perception is changing as job mobility rises. According to a 2022 report by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, professionals are switching jobs more frequently, often resulting in higher salaries for those who change positions compared to long-term employees. A 2019 study in the Harvard Business Review found that external hires tend to earn more than internal hires in similar roles. However, emotional attachments to teams and organizations can hinder employees from pursuing new opportunities, despite the potential for better financial rewards. Research published in the Organizational Psychology Review (2020) emphasizes that emotions play a significant role in career decisions. As workplaces evolve, loyalty is increasingly viewed not just as a matter of duty but as a complex relationship with one's job, balancing the benefits of staying put with the advantages of mobility.