The Rise of “Quiet Quitting“: A Misunderstood Trend?
The term “quiet quitting” has recently exploded across social media and infiltrated workplace conversations. It seems everyone has an opinion on this supposed new wave of employee disengagement. But are we misinterpreting a human need for work-life balance as something more sinister? This article dissects the “quiet quitting” phenomenon to determine if it’s truly a new trend or a rebranding of an age-old struggle for healthy boundaries.
The Pandemic’s Impact on Work-Life Balance
The pandemic undeniably reshaped our relationship with work. Remote work blurred the lines between professional and personal lives, often leading to longer hours and burnout. Simultaneously, the “Great Resignation” empowered employees to prioritize their well-being and seek better opportunities. Enter “quiet quitting,” a term that, despite its name, isn’t about quitting at all. Instead, it describes employees doing the bare minimum, not going above and beyond, and mentally checking out while physically remaining employed.
