Is ‘Quiet Quitting‘ Just Setting Boundaries? Unpacking the Workplace Trend
The Rise of ‘Quiet Quitting‘: New Term or Old Struggle?
The internet is buzzing about “quiet quitting.” No, it doesn’t involve sneaking out with office supplies. It’s the growing trend of employees doing the bare minimum—fulfilling job descriptions but no more. They’re clocking in and out, leaving hustle culture behind, and prioritizing well-being.
Is this new, or are we labeling the age-old struggle to set boundaries at work?
Understanding ‘Quiet Quitting‘ in a Post-Pandemic World
To grasp “quiet quitting,” consider the context. COVID-19 changed how we work. Remote work blurred lines between professional and personal lives, leading to burnout and reevaluated priorities.
Employees, having tasted flexibility and autonomy, push back against pre-pandemic overwork and presenteeism. They crave work-life balance, and “quiet quitting” is one way to achieve it.
