Is ‘Quiet Quitting’ Just Setting Boundaries Dressed Up for LinkedIn?
The Rise of ‘Quiet Quitting’: A New Name for an Old Struggle?
The internet loves a good buzzword, and “quiet quitting” has become the HR buzzword of the year. But is it just a trendy term for something many of us have been doing for years – setting boundaries between our work lives and personal lives? Or is it a symptom of deeper dissatisfaction in the workplace? Let’s unpack this trending topic.
Where Did ‘Quiet Quitting’ Come From?
While the exact origins are debated, the term gained traction on social media platforms like TikTok. It generally refers to the act of doing the bare minimum at work – fulfilling your job description without going above and beyond, declining extra projects, and prioritizing your personal time over work commitments.
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