Quiet Quitting vs. Quiet Firing: A Silent War in the Workplace?

quiet quitting” and “quiet firing,” two trends sweeping through offices and sparking heated debates. These phenomena, though seemingly opposed, highlight a growing disconnect between employers and employees. But are they truly new issues with catchy names, or symptoms of deeper, systemic problems?

Decoding the Jargon: Quiet Quitting vs. Quiet Firing

Let’s define our terms. Quiet quitting doesn’t involve actually leaving your job. Instead, it’s about setting boundaries, doing the bare minimum required, and mentally checking out. Think: consistently leaving work on time, avoiding extra projects, and keeping work-life balance firmly in view.

Quiet firing, on the other hand, involves employers making work life difficult to push employees towards quitting. This might look like passing over someone for promotions, giving them less desirable tasks, or creating a generally unsupportive work environment.

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