The Rise of “Quiet Quitting”: A New Buzzword?
“Quiet quitting” has exploded across social media and infiltrated virtual water coolers (hello, Slack channels!). Everyone seems to have an opinion on this supposed new workplace phenomenon. But is it truly a new concept or simply a trendy rebranding of an age-old dilemma?
Understanding the Backdrop: Why Now?
The pandemic undeniably shifted the landscape of work. Remote work blurred the lines between personal and professional lives, often leaving employees feeling overworked and burnt out. Simultaneously, the rise of hustle culture and the glorification of “going above and beyond” placed immense pressure on individuals to constantly prove their worth.
Enter “quiet quitting.” The term, while perhaps a bit dramatic, resonated with many who felt trapped in this cycle of overwork. It provided a label for the growing sentiment of disengagement and the desire to reclaim personal time.
