Quiet Quitting or Setting Boundaries? What the Latest Work Trend Really Means
The Silent Shift: Quiet Quitting Takes Center Stage
The workplace is buzzing, but maybe not with the usual hustle and bustle. A new phrase has taken the internet by storm: “quiet quitting.” No, it doesn’t involve a dramatic resignation letter or a mic drop on the way out. It’s subtler, more insidious, and arguably, more impactful. But is it a sign of a disengaged workforce or a long overdue recalibration of work-life boundaries?
From Buzzword to Boardroom: Understanding the Quiet Quitting Trend
The term “quiet quitting” exploded on social media, particularly TikTok, in 2022. It describes the act of doing the bare minimum at work— fulfilling your job description without going above and beyond. Think: skipping optional meetings, clocking out at 5 p.m. sharp, and politely declining extra projects.
