The Rise of “Quiet Quitting“
The modern workplace is abuzz with a new phrase: “quiet quitting.” But what does it really mean? Is it a mass exodus of disengaged employees, or is it simply a re-evaluation of what work-life balance should look like? The answer, as with most things, is nuanced.
Understanding the Context of Quiet Quitting
The concept of “quiet quitting” emerged in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic and the subsequent Great Resignation. Burnout became widespread, and many employees, reevaluating their priorities, chose to leave their jobs altogether. “Quiet quitting,” however, suggests a different approachâstaying in the job, but mentally checking out and doing the bare minimum.
