Quiet Quitting or Setting Boundaries? Navigating the New Work-Life Conversation
The Rise of “Quiet Quitting“: Disengagement or Self-Preservation?
The workplace is abuzz with a new term: “quiet quitting.” This seemingly contradictory phrase has sparked a heated debate about employee engagement, work-life balance, and the very nature of a job in the 21st century. Is it a concerning trend signaling a generation of disengaged workers, or is it a long-overdue recalibration of boundaries in pursuit of healthier work-life integration?
Decoding the Phenomenon: What Does “Quiet Quitting” Mean?
Despite the name, “quiet quitting” doesn’t involve actually leaving your job. Instead, it refers to a subtle shift in employee behavior, where individuals do the bare minimum required of their role, without going above and beyond. They stick to their defined job descriptions, clock out at the dot, and refrain from taking on extra responsibilities or engaging in office politics.
