Silent resignation is affecting companies: how to recognize when an employee no longer feels part of the team
According to the multinational Lukap , silent resignation, also known as quiet quitting, refers to the attitude of some employees who choose to fulfill only the basic responsibilities of their position, without getting involved beyond what is strictly necessary.
Although it does not imply formal resignation from employment, it does represent a progressive distancing from work commitment, demonstrating a decrease in active, creative, and proactive participation.
Those who adopt this behavior tend to limit themselves to completing their tasks within the established schedule, avoiding taking on additional duties or getting involved in matters not expressly included in their job description.
This phenomenon has generated concern in many organizations, as it is often linked to low motivation and job dissatisfaction, which can harm both team morale and performance.
Silent quitting is also known as quiet quitting. Photo: iStock
According to the company, a common trait among those who practice quiet quitting is a general lack of ambition. This behavior often manifests itself in a series of signs that reflect a progressive detachment from the work environment. These include:
- Lack of enthusiasm, with an apathetic attitude toward professional growth and a clear rejection of new challenges.
- Resistance to change leads them to oppose new initiatives or processes, showing little flexibility in the face of organizational transformations.
- Poor quality of work, where a lack of attention to the smallest details and a lack of extra effort result in frequent errors and unremarkable results.
- Strict availability, adhering to your schedule to the letter and avoiding any extensions or availability outside of the contract.
- Emotional disconnection from the organization, evidenced by limited interaction with colleagues and lack of participation in company social activities.
- Decreased engagement, as these employees simply perform their core functions without participating in meetings or contributing ideas.
- Reduced productivity, with minimal execution of assigned tasks and reluctance to take on additional responsibilities.
Overall, this "lack of ambition" leads to a weakening of commitment and a sense of belonging, resulting in a passive attitude that can become contagious and highly detrimental to the organization's overall climate and performance.
Quiet quitting is a widespread attitude of lack of ambition. Photo: iStock
This phenomenon not only affects productivity but can also contribute to an increase in the loss of valuable staff, as the most engaged employees may feel demotivated by the lack of energy and commitment in their work environment, leading them to seek opportunities in companies with healthier organizational cultures.
To counteract these effects, it is essential that leaders foster a corporate culture focused on employee well-being, recognizing their efforts and encouraging collaboration.
In this context, working to improve the employee experience and having strong leadership become key elements in aligning staff interests with the organization's objectives, preventing quiet quitting from becoming a structural problem.
To avoid silent resignation, work must be done to improve the employee experience. Photo: iStock
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