The Rise of “Quiet Quitting“: What Does It Mean?
“Quiet quitting” has taken social media by storm and infiltrated workplace conversations. But what does it really mean? Is it a new term for an old concept, or a sign of a deeper shift in the employee-employer dynamic?
Understanding the Context: Why Now?
The rise of “quiet quitting” coincides with significant workplace changes. The COVID-19 pandemic forced a large-scale shift to remote work, leading many to re-evaluate their priorities and work-life balance. Simultaneously, the “Great Resignation” saw employees leaving their jobs in droves, seeking better opportunities and greater flexibility.
Against this backdrop, “quiet quitting” emerged as a way to describe employees who are disengaged. They’re not necessarily leaving their jobs, but they’re no longer going above and beyond, sticking strictly to their job descriptions, and prioritizing their personal time.
