The Rise of “Quiet Quitting“: A New Term or a Cultural Shift?
The term “quiet quitting” has taken social media and workplace conversations by storm, raising questions about work-life balance. But what exactly does it mean? Is this simply a new phrase for an old concept, or does it signify a deeper shift in employee attitudes?
Contextualizing Quiet Quitting: The Post-Pandemic Workplace
Emerging in the wake of the Great Resignation, “quiet quitting” seems connected to the mass exodus of employees from their jobs. Many attribute this to pandemic-induced burnout and a reevaluation of priorities.
“Quiet quitting” essentially describes doing the bare minimum at work, which can manifest as:
- Working strictly within work hours and refusing overtime.
- Avoiding projects outside one’s job description.
- Reducing enthusiasm and participation in meetings.
