Is Quiet Quitting Just Setting Boundaries at Work?
The phrase “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 is it simply a rebranding of setting healthy boundaries in the workplace?
What is Quiet Quitting? Understanding the Buzzword
The term “quiet quitting” is attributed to a employees doing the bare minimum required of their job description, without taking on extra responsibilities or engaging in company culture beyond what is expected.
This trend emerged in the wake of the Great Resignation, where record numbers of employees voluntarily left their jobs, seeking better pay, work-life balance, and overall job satisfaction. Quiet quitting, some argue, is a less drastic response to similar frustrations.
