Quiet Quitting or Setting Boundaries? Navigating the Changing Work Ethic

Quiet Quitting or Setting Boundaries? Navigating the Changing Work Ethic

The Rise of “Quiet Quitting“: Trend or Misnomer?

The term “quiet quitting” has exploded across social media and infiltrated workplace conversations, becoming a hot-button topic. But is it a new phenomenon, or simply a rebranding of an age-old struggle – the quest for a healthier work-life balance?

Unpacking the Buzzword: Understanding the Context

The COVID-19 pandemic undeniably shifted our relationship with work. Remote work blurred boundaries, and the “always-on” mentality crept in. This, coupled with economic uncertainty and a renewed focus on well-being, led many to re-evaluate their priorities.

Enter “quiet quitting,” often characterized by:

• Doing the bare minimum at work
• Disengaging from extra tasks or projects
• Mentally “checking out” while physically present

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