You may be “quietly quitting” if you’re unhappy with your job and aren’t sure you’re doing it. The term refers to the situation in which you are not actively looking for a career move yet are not fully engaged in your current role. Sometimes you put your heart into what you are doing, but you aren’t putting your mind into it.
There are a few signs that you may be quietly quitting your job. First, you may daydream about other career options or fantasize about quitting. You commonly feel disengaged from your work, and you may even start dreading going to work. You may also begin to withdraw from your co-workers and colleagues.
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Question Yourself
If you’re quietly quitting your job, taking a step back and assessing your situation is essential. Ask yourself why you’re feeling unhappy at work. Would it be your job itself, or would it be something else that is making you sick? If it’s your job, it may be time for you to start actively looking for a new position as soon as possible. However, if it is any other problem, then you may need to find a way to deal directly with it if it’s something else.
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Quietly quitting your job can be a slippery slope. If you’re not careful, it can lead to full-blown burnout. So if you’re feeling unhappy at work, it’s essential to take action and make a change.
Take a break to rethink your situation and come back to work with a fresh perspective.