The Risks of Quiet Quitting: Exploring the Impact of Telework on Employee Psychological Departure
The Risks of Quiet Quitting: Exploring the Impact of Telework on Employee Psychological Departure

Author(s): Dusana Alshatti Schmidt, Matúš Baráth
Subject(s): Human Resources in Economy, Socio-Economic Research
Published by: Udruženje ekonomista i menadžera Balkana
Keywords: Quiet quitting; Telework; Teleworker; Disengagement
Summary/Abstract: The rise of teleworking has revolutionized the way of working, allowing employees to carry out their duties remotely and offering newfound flexibility. The long-term impact of teleworking has fully developed many negative factors that were already present in traditional work settings. One concern that has been raised is whether telework can lead to quiet quitting. Given that the COVID-19 pandemic and the subsequent increase in remote work have highlighted the phenomenon of quiet quitting, it is essential to examine the pre-pandemic context to develop a comprehensive understanding of teleworkers' potential to silent disengage from work. Drawing on existing literature, this paper aims to analyze the risks of quiet quitting and investigate whether teleworkers are susceptible to engaging in quiet quitting by examining the potential factors before the pandemic. This can help organizations to identify and address potential challenges, and foster an environment that promotes employee engagement, and long-term commitment.

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