Quiet Quitting or Setting Boundaries? Unpacking the Latest Workplace Trend
The Rise of “Quiet Quitting“
“Quiet quitting” – it’s the phrase on everyone’s lips, sparking heated debates in breakrooms and across social media. But what does it actually mean? Is it a revolutionary act of self-preservation in a demanding work culture or simply a rebranding of an age-old problem?
Understanding the Context of Quiet Quitting
The concept of “quiet quitting” emerged in the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic, a time marked by widespread burnout and a reevaluation of work-life balance. Many employees, feeling overworked and undervalued, began questioning their relationship with their jobs. This questioning gave rise to the idea of “quiet quitting” – a silent disengagement from the hustle culture that often pervades workplaces.
