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

The Rise of “Quiet Quitting“: A New Term or a Timeless Struggle?

The term “quiet quitting” has exploded online, sparking debates and think pieces. But is it truly a new phenomenon? Or simply a new name for an age-old power struggle between employees and employers?

Understanding the Context: How the Pandemic Shifted Work Dynamics

The COVID-19 pandemic undeniably revolutionized the workplace. Remote work blurred the lines between professional and personal life, intensifying the “always-on” culture. This, coupled with economic uncertainty and a renewed focus on well-being, led employees to re-evaluate their relationship with work.

Enter “quiet quitting.” Essentially, it refers to employees doing the bare minimum required by their job description—no more, no less. They aren’t actively job hunting or creating a scene, but they’re not going above and beyond or taking on tasks outside their defined roles.

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