quiet firing en · NOUN
Etymology
quiet + firing, on the model of quiet quitting.
Meanings
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(of an organization, uncountable) The active or passive neglect of employees in a way that leads to their resignation.
Quiet firing might start as being excluded from meetings you were once a key member of, cutting responsibilities or stalling promotions with no explanation.
2025 August 15, Alora Bopray, “Are you being ‘quiet fired’? Here’s how to spot the signs”, in USA Today:Without meaning to, many managers are quiet firing their team members by not helping them perform, develop and feel appreciated for their contributions.
2022 November 18, Ben Wigert, “Quiet Firing: What It Is and How to Stop Doing It”, in Gallup:Unlike traditional terminations, quiet firing (sometimes called “silent firing”) operates under the radar.
2025 August 15, Lisa Reyes, Heather Whitney, “Quiet Firing: Signs It's Happening and How To Avoid It”, in PayChex: