Quiet quitting, a term popularized on social media, reflects a long-standing issue of employee disengagement now exacerbated by burnout, stress, and shifting values. Over 50% of the U.S. workforce are quiet quitters, with only 32% actively engaged and burnout affecting 7 in 10 knowledge workers. Key causes include lack of purpose, feeling unheard or undervalued, and blurred work-life boundaries. To address this, organizations must adopt intelligent employee listening practices that go beyond basic surveys. Tools like Workday Peakon Employee Voice help gather real-time feedback and uncover root causes, enabling HR leaders to drive meaningful engagement and retention.

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