Quiet Quitting

A workplace trend where employees disengage from their jobs by doing only the minimum required work without actively seeking new opportunities.HR teams address quiet quitting by improving engagement strategies, providing career growth opportunities, and fostering a positive work environment to retain top talent.

Is quiet quitting lazy?

Quiet quitting isn’t laziness — it’s a way for employees to protect their well-being by honoring their boundaries. Often, it’s a response to unfair workloads, poor recognition, or overwhelm.

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Why is Gen Z quiet quitting?

Gen Z is quiet quitting because they prioritize work-life balance, fairness, and mental health. They’re less willing to overextend themselves when they feel their efforts aren’t valued or rewarded.

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Is quiet quitting the same as burnout?

Quiet quitting is related to burnout but not the same. Quiet quitting is a choice to do the minimum expected, while burnout involves physical, mental, and emotional exhaustion due to sustained stress.

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What is the root cause of quiet quitting?

The root cause of quiet quitting is a workplace culture that disregards employee well-being, fails to provide recognition and fairness, and sets unrealistic demands without proper support.