A new world of work 
29 April 2024
A revolution is taking place in the world of work, prompting employees to reassess their priorities and expectations. In order to continue to attract and retain talent, companies must boost their efforts and bolster their value proposition.
“Quiet quitting” is a trend that is increasingly making waves. But what exactly does it entail? It refers to a situation where a person does not actually quit their job, but gradually disengages with their duties.
Did you know?
A global survey conducted by the Gallup Institute found that people of all ages in the active population are falling out of love to some extent with their job. Only 23% said they felt engaged at work.
A new paradigm
In a world shaken by the Covid pandemic, geopolitical and economic uncertainty, as well as disruptive technologies, the reasons causing people to feel disengaged are both numerous and complex. The Gallup survey identified that the phenomenon has intensified because of unmet wage demands, expectations regarding recognition, diversity and inclusion, as well as the desire for increased well-being at work.
Employees want a better work/life balance, driving them to turn to remote working and asserting their right to disconnect. At the same time, they value social interactions and the team dynamics in a physical workplace, both essential to stimulate creativity.
They are looking for meaningful work and give great importance to the values championed by their employer. A study conducted by Mercer found that 96% of employees wanted their employer to implement a sustainable development program. They also expressed a need to enhance their employability, seeking to exercise their rights to training and professional mobility.
What companies can do
Given the vast range of employee expectations, businesses are rolling out a great many initiatives to attract and retain talent, which obviously include competitive remuneration policies, but also can involve covering tuition fees and implementing skills development programs.
They are also investing in actions that improve quality of life at work, such as quality catering services, flexible working hours, and environmentally friendly offices boasting a range of services, including gardens, break rooms, nursing rooms, silent spaces for people with autism, and music rooms. Businesses are working overtime to address quiet quitting. Time will tell if they are triumphant.
Taken from: https://servier.com/en/newsroom/a-new-world-of-work/
Have you heard about “quiet quitting” before? What do you know about it? Have you experienced it?
How has your working life changed after the Covid pandemic?
In relation to the questions raised in the article from my point of view, yes, I’ve heard about “quiet quitting” before. It’s when employees slowly disengage from their responsibilities instead of directy resigning. They only do what is required, without going above and beyond. It reflects a lack of motivation or connection to their work. Personally, I haven’t experienced it myself, but I’ve seen many colleagues showing signs of it. They seemed less involved in meetings, avoided taking on extra tasks, and often expressed dissatisfaction with the work environment or management.
After the Covid pandemic, my working life changed in several ways. Remote work became a bigger part of my routine, allowing for better flexibility and work-life balance. At the same time, I missed face-to-face interactions with colleagues, which made teamwork sessions less dynamic. I think that there was also a greater focus on health and safety at work, both physical and mental. Overall, the experience pushed me to prioritize my own balance and professional growth more than ever before.
Yes, I have heard of it on occasion. It is when someone does a job just for the sake of doing it and is unhappy about it.
I think there are a lot of people who do their job but are not happy with it, the only thing they care about or need is the remuneration they are going to get but they don’t have the satisfaction of doing it.
No, thank God I am happy with my work, and with it I feel that I help a lot of people.
After the pandemic I was able to do remote work, and I was able to start giving virtual therapy, at the beginning it was very difficult because it depends a lot on the patient’s difficulties, but then I adapted and looked for new strategies that helped me in my work, and I had the great satisfaction of being able to help people who were in another country.
1). Until now, I’ve never heard about “quiet quitting” in these terms. I recall that during the pandemic, I started working in virtual and remote sessions, and to be honest, I enjoyed it greatly because it’s less stressful, smoother, and more relaxing. For people like me, who are somewhat shy, it was the best option. Now, I prefer this type of work over in-person work because it’s healthier.
2). My work life after the pandemic changed a lot. First of all, I was one of those who suffered due to this terrible virus. I witnessed death close to me; thank God I survived, but it left me with psychological and physical sequels that affect my performance in person. Now, I am unemployed for other reasons.
On my side, I think that jobs as we know them are currently undergoing a radical change thanks to artificial intelligence. The speed of this transformation is so rapid that many people are struggling to adapt. This is something I have particularly noticed in Peru.
I had heard something about “Quiet quitting” especially when people don’t enjoy what they do or don’t feel valued. There is always the possibility of seeking alternatives that make us feel more fulfilled and productive.
In my personal case, with the arrival of the pandemic, I started working remotely and adapted well. I feel that it has many advantages, especially in optimizing time, but like everything in life, it is not perfect.
I learned new things about investments and personal finances to avoid depending entirely on my job, even though I really enjoy what I do. I believe we should have the option to retire young.
Currently, I am researching how technology and finance can benefit each other and how to keep improving as an investor. I think staying informed and continuously learning is an advantage everyone should cultivate.
I haven’t heard about “quiet quitting” before but according to the reading I can relate it to some attitudes of co-workers and family members who have chosen to leave their Jobs for the reasons and conditions that have been mentioned.
I think that nowadays people have less and less ability to deal with stress so this has an impact on the desire to change their Jobs and looking for better oppotunities. I haven’t experienced those situations but most of my closed friends have.
My lifestyle hasn’t changed after the COVID pandemic. I have continued working as usual as an architect designing projects and studying in search of specializing in the field of urban planning.
1. Have you heard about “quiet quitting” before? What do you know about it? Have you experienced it?
Yes, I’ve heard about it. It’s when someone doesn’t officially quit their job but starts doing the minimum required and becomes less engaged. I haven’t experienced it myself, but I can understand why people might feel that way, especially if they’re not happy with their work environment or don’t feel valued.
2. How has your working life changed after the Covid pandemic?
After the pandemic, many things changed. Remote learning and working became normal, and it showed how important flexibility is. Now, I feel that people care more about their well-being, work/life balance, and the chance to work in ways that make them feel comfortable and productive.