Avoid These Recent Workplace Trends: “Quiet Quitting” and “Quiet Cutting”

Written by: Donna Thaxter, Training, Coaching and Personal Development Consultant

Months ago, workplaces were abuzz with talk of "Quiet Quitting”, a phenomenon where dissatisfied employees silently disengage, lay low, and seek out new career opportunities. More recently, a new workplace trend has emerged. One that is driven by employers and dubbed "Quiet Cutting”. This new trend is marked by unexpected email messages or meeting invites announcing a change in an employee's role or position within the company. The message is mixed: “Your position has been eliminated, but we want you to stay.”

Both phenomena can breed uncertainty and anxiety, leading to deteriorating performance, especially when employees are thrust into unfamiliar roles. Businesses sometimes face tough, unavoidable decisions, which can ripple through your workforce and affect morale. However, how these changes impact your organization can be managed through effective workforce planning. That's where Spillane Consulting Associates (SCA) can be your partner. We specialize in developing tailored workforce plans that align with your organization's unique needs. We assess your current structures, identify alternative configurations, and help you balance full-time, part-time, and contract staff to match staffing levels with business volumes. This has the added benefit of building flexibility into your staffing approach. Additionally, we can coach your team leaders and managers to help them build engagement, upskill teams with new competencies, and focus on results. By proactively managing these workplace success factors, you can expect a better employee experience and maintain positive customer experiences all while balancing your budget.

For more information about how SCA can help you evaluate and retool your workforce plan, contact our Director, Bill Dolan, via email (WDolan@scapartnering.com) or by phone (617-694-2617).