Quiet Quitting or Setting Boundaries? Unpacking the Latest Workplace Trend
The Great Resignation’s Quieter Sibling: What is Quiet Quitting?
The workplace is abuzz with a new phrase: “quiet quitting.” This seemingly contradictory term has sparked conversations, debates, and more than a few think pieces. But is it truly a new phenomenon, or are we simply putting a trendy label on an age-old struggle: setting boundaries between our professional and personal lives?
Quiet Quitting in the Workplace: Understanding the Origins
While the exact origins of the term are debatable, “quiet quitting” gained traction in 2022, emerging from the ashes of the Great Resignation. As employees reevaluated their priorities in the wake of a global pandemic, many sought a better work-life balance. Quiet quitting, in its most basic form, is about doing just that – setting clear boundaries, refusing to engage in hustle culture, and prioritizing personal time over going above and beyond at work.
