Quiet Quitting or Setting Boundaries? The Changing Landscape of Work-Life Balance
The Great Resignation’s Quieter Sibling: Decoding “Quiet Quitting”
Over the past year, the phrase “quiet quitting” has exploded across social media and infiltrated water cooler conversations (or perhaps, the virtual water cooler equivalent). But what exactly does it mean? Is it a mass employee exodus in disguise, or a much-needed recalibration of work-life boundaries?
The Evolution of Work-Life Balance: From Hustle Culture to Burnout
The concept of work-life balance has been a topic of discussion for decades, but the rise of the internet, smartphones, and the expectation of constant connectivity have blurred the lines between professional and personal time. We’ve witnessed the rise and fall of “hustle culture,” where overworking was glorified, leading to widespread burnout and a reevaluation of priorities.