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Embracing the "Quiet Quitters": The New Paradigm for Thriving Workplaces

You know the ones. They left their last role because they refused to answer emails at midnight. They turned down a “promotion” that demanded 70-hour weeks. They’re labeled “quiet quitters” – but I call them 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐜𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐜𝐨𝐚𝐥 𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐦𝐨𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐧 𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤.

You can attract top talent, reduce turnover, and build high-performing teams. Here’s how:

Hiring isn’t just about filling roles—it’s about connecting with candidates on a deeper level.

Hiring is more than filling vacancies—it’s about inspiring action and creating meaningful connections. By applying psychology strategically throughout your recruitment process, you can attract the right talent and build teams that drive long-term success.

CEOs should acknowledge that high turnover isn't just an HR issue; it affects organizational health and productivity. Replacing talent can cost between 40% to 200% of a role’s salary, and disengaged teams can reduce profitability by 21%. "Quiet quitting" erodes culture, harming morale and collaboration. Gallup suggests hiring for cultural alignment first and skills second to foster harmony and positive contributions. Use a 3-question litmus test to identify potential misfits: ask about failure perceptions, handling disagreements, and cultural footprint. Engaged teams experience 81% less absenteeism and an 18% productivity boost, while stable environments reduce turnover by 43%. Consider which hiring question feels riskiest and how these insights can enhance your hiring strategy for a more engaged workforce.

1 in 2 U.S. Employees Are Open to Leaving — Here’s How to Stop the Bleeding

CEOs should acknowledge that high turnover isn't just an HR issue; it affects organizational health and productivity. Replacing talent can cost between 40% to 200% of a role’s salary, and disengaged teams can reduce profitability by 21%. "Quiet quitting" erodes culture, harming morale and collaboration. Gallup suggests hiring for cultural alignment first and skills second to foster harmony and positive contributions.