Quiet Quitting or Setting Boundaries? What the Latest Workplace Trend Really Means

Quiet Quitting or Setting Boundaries? What This Workplace Trend Really Means

The Rise of “Quiet Quitting”

It’s the phrase on everyone’s lips, sparking heated debates in breakrooms and boardrooms alike: “quiet quitting.” But what does it actually mean? Is it a revolutionary act of self-preservation in a demanding work culture or simply a rebranding of an age-old concept?

Burnout and the Evolving Workplace

The rise of “quiet quitting” coincides with a period of significant change in the workplace. The COVID-19 pandemic, the “Great Resignation,” and the growing awareness of mental health have all contributed to a shift in employee expectations.

Employees are increasingly feeling burnt out, with longer hours, blurred work-life boundaries, and pressure to be “always on.” This has led many to question the traditional notion of going “above and beyond” and seeking a more sustainable work-life balance.

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