Quiet firing" is a term used to describe the practice of terminating an employee's employment without overtly notifying them or making a formal announcement, Here's a breakdown of this workplace trend.
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These signals could include decreased interaction, exclusion from important meetings, or a sudden shift in workload.
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Employees targeted for quiet firing may find themselves gradually isolated from team activities or projects.
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Rather than providing clear and constructive feedback, managers might resort to passive-aggressive remarks or vague criticism.
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Employers may start redistributing the responsibilities of the targeted employee among other team members or departments.
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This subtle exclusion from growth opportunities signals the employer's lack of investment in the employee's future with the company.
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These changes can further marginalize the employee and signal the organization's intent to phase them out.
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The quiet firing process culminates in the employee's abrupt termination, often without prior warning or formal performance review discussions.