The Rise of ‘Quiet Quitting‘ in the Workplace
“Quiet quitting” is trending. It’s not about sneaking out at 5 PM, but about employees doing the bare minimum at work. They’re present and fulfilling job descriptions, but the extra enthusiasm and going-above-and-beyond spirit are gone. But is this a new phenomenon, or an old problem with a trendy new name?
Why Quiet Quitting Happens: Understanding the Context
To understand “quiet quitting,” we need context. The working world is changing. The pandemic shifted priorities, putting work-life balance at the forefront for many. Add a turbulent economy, recession fears, and the ever-present burnout crisis, and it’s no surprise that people are disengaged.
