The term ‘quiet quitting’ refers to employees who may be handling the basic responsibilities of their job but may not be emotionally invested in the work they’re doing on a daily basis.
This happens for a variety of reasons:
- Lack of opportunities for advancement or promotion
- Lack of mentorship and professional development
- Lack of engagement with others in the company
- Lack of motivation on a day-to-day basis
- Lack of appreciation or company incentives
What can employers do about it?
- First, have weekly meetings as to troubleshoot any issues and keep employees engaged for the upcoming weekly goals for the company.
- Second, encourage an open-door policy for employees to stop in to management’s office with any concerns. Ensure employees do not feel their job is threatened by speaking up.
- Third, be open to creative ideas and support potential change to facilitate further growth of the company.
- Fourth, provide opportunities for professional development which promote further interest and growth in the field.
- Fifth, offer options to support employee wellness like providing ski passes or other perks that enhance the well-being of employees of the firm.