What is quiet quitting and why are employees doing it? - explainer

Quiet quitting, which has gained popularity through TikTok, is essentially about not letting your work overreach into your daily life and not doing more work than one is required.

Low wages, workplace disrespect, no career advancement and employee dissatisfaction have helped contribute quiet quitting, which has become popular on TikTok (Illustrative).

(photo credit: PXHERE)

ByAARON REICH

AUGUST 19, 2022 10:50

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What is quiet quitting and why are employees doing it? - explainer

Quiet quitting, which has gained popularity through TikTok, is essentially about not letting your work overreach into your daily life and not doing more work than one is required.

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