Quiet quitting has made headlines in recent months, but there is a new work/life trend gaining popularity this summer known as loud quitting. This concept shares similarities with quiet quitting but approaches it differently.
Resigning from a job used to be as simple as handing in a letter, but times have changed. Especially since the Covid-19 pandemic and the unprecedented measures it brought about, various work-related attitudes have emerged within companies.
These attitudes all revolve around the theme of quitting, whether it’s about frequently changing jobs to avoid boredom and the dreaded boreout (known as “quick quitting”) or leaving a job because it does not align with personal values.
However, there are other forms of quitting that exist. These forms are less radical and involve mentally checking out without physically leaving the job. This is where “quiet quitting” or “acting your wage” comes in, where individuals step back from their work and do the bare minimum required while remaining in their position.
A new trend called loud quitting has emerged in recent months. The idea behind loud quitting is to openly and clearly express everything you dislike about your job, such as the working conditions, salary, or management style, to anyone who will listen.
The hashtag dedicated to this trend on the TikTok social network reflects the growing interest in this approach, with nearly 10 million views and counting.
At first glance, loud quitting may seem like the opposite of quiet quitting. However, their ultimate goal is the same — quitting a job. Unless, of course, speaking out about what’s wrong leads to positive change, such as a promotion or a pay raise.
If you don’t truly want to leave your job, it’s important to ensure you have support from allies in the workplace and to prepare a compelling pitch based on your skills, strengths within the team, and past successes before engaging in a discussion with your superiors.
On the other hand, spreading rumors, criticizing the company, or creating tension within the team can not only fail to meet your demands but also have negative consequences. This applies to both loud quitting and quiet quitting.
The increasing trends in quitting within the workplace are not coincidental. In the US, the proportion of workers who are actively disengaged from their work is estimated to have risen to 18% in the second quarter of 2022, according to estimates by the US analysis and consulting firm, Gallup.
This disengagement is particularly linked to expectations that go beyond salary, such as opportunities for learning and development within a company, as well as recognition from management.
According to Gallup’s analysis, companies that fail to consider these criteria may experience a growing disconnect between employees and employers. In fact, the report concludes that most disengaged employees are already looking for another job.
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