Quiet Quitting or Setting Boundaries? Navigating the Changing Workplace Landscape
The Rise of “Quiet Quitting“
Lately, the term “quiet quitting” has exploded across social media and infiltrated water cooler conversations. It seems everyone has an opinion on this phenomenon, with some praising it as a way to reclaim work-life balance and others condemning it as a recipe for career stagnation. But what exactly is “quiet quitting,” and is it really the right term for what’s happening in the modern workplace?
The Changing Workplace: Why Now?
The COVID-19 pandemic undoubtedly reshaped our relationship with work. Remote work blurred the lines between personal and professional lives, leading to longer hours and increased burnout for many. Simultaneously, the “Great Resignation” saw employees leaving their jobs in droves, searching for better pay, flexibility, and a greater sense of purpose.
“Quiet quitting” seems to have emerged from this melting pot of factors. It describes the act of doing the bare minimum at work— fulfilling your job description without going above and beyond. Think: no more staying late, no more volunteering for extra projects, no more checking emails outside of work hours.
