Quiet Quitting, Quiet Firing: What’s Going On With Work Anyway?





The Rise of Quiet Quitting and Quiet Firing

Whispers of “quiet quitting” and “quiet firing” are echoing through offices and remote workspaces, replacing the usual water cooler chatter. Fueled by social media and a shifting work-life balance, these trends raise questions about the future of work in the 21st century.

Decoding Quiet Quitting vs. Quiet Firing

While sounding new, “quiet quitting” and “quiet firing” are simply rebranded terms for existing workplace dynamics. Let’s clarify what these terms mean:

What is Quiet Quitting?

Quiet quitting describes employees who do the bare minimum required for their job. They’ve emotionally disengaged but remain employed. Think: clocking in and out exactly on time, attending only mandatory meetings, and ceasing to go the extra mile.