Quiet Quitting or Setting Boundaries? What the Latest Workplace Trend Really Means
The Rise of “Quiet Quitting”: A New Name for an Old Struggle
The term “quiet quitting” has taken the internet by storm, sparking debates about work-life balance, employee engagement, and the very nature of a job. But is this phenomenon truly a new wave of disengagement, or are we simply putting a trendy label on the age-old desire for healthy boundaries?
Understanding the Roots of the Trend
The COVID-19 pandemic undeniably shifted our relationship with work. Remote work blurred the lines between personal and professional lives, leading many to re-evaluate their priorities. The “Great Resignation” saw millions leaving their jobs in search of better opportunities, highlighting a growing dissatisfaction with traditional work models.
“Quiet quitting,” in this context, can be seen as a byproduct of these shifts. Employees, burned out and disillusioned, are pushing back against the expectation of going above and beyond. They are no longer willing to sacrifice their well-being for a job that doesn’t meet their needs.
