Can HR do anything about it?

Job-hopping leading to the decrease in the overall life cycle of a job isn't exactly viewed as an ugly-faced monster.

Most believe that a moderate attrition rate is a necessary evil.

HR personnel across industries agree that a full-fledged retention strategy will bring down attrition rates.

Besides monetary compensations which can be matched easily by competitors, a competitive environment, a diverse profile where learning is possible and sense of fulfillment go a long way to make employees feel valued.

Says Manisha Kelkar, senior manager HR, WNS Services, "Youngsters need to be educated and made to realise that if they are looking to craft a career, they have to look beyond meagre monetary changes."

Job hops that seem frivolous could affect your career advancement in a big way.