The Silent Shift: Unpacking the ‘Quiet Quitting‘ Trend
The workplace is buzzing, but not with the usual fervor. Instead, whispers of “quiet quitting” echo through breakrooms and online forums, leaving many to wonder: is this a new wave of silent protest, a healthy redefinition of work-life balance, or simply a catchy phrase for an age-old phenomenon?
From Buzzword to Boardroom: Understanding the Rise of ‘Quiet Quitting‘
While the concept of doing the bare minimum at work isn’t new, “quiet quitting” exploded into the mainstream in 2022, fueled by social media and a workforce grappling with burnout after years of economic uncertainty and a global pandemic. Suddenly, employees disillusioned with hustle culture and feeling undervalued were finding a sense of solidarity in opting out of the “above and beyond” mentality.
