The Quiet Quitting Conundrum
Let’s face it, “quiet quitting” is having a moment. The term, which essentially means doing the bare minimum at work and mentally checking out, has become a rallying cry for burnt-out employees everywhere. But is this silent protest truly the answer to our collective work-life balance woes?
The Rise of Workplace Disengagement
To understand the quiet quitting phenomenon, we need to acknowledge the context. The past few years have been a pressure cooker of change and uncertainty. We’ve navigated a global pandemic, economic turbulence, and a constantly shifting work landscape. It’s no wonder many are feeling depleted and questioning their relationship with work.
Add to that the always-on culture fueled by technology, where the lines between personal and professional time are increasingly blurred. It’s a recipe for burnout, and quiet quitting can seem like the only way to reclaim some sense of control.
