Quiet Quitting and the Fulfillment Gap at Work (1 of 3)

This week on the Life Fulfilled podcast, host Bernie Borges kicks off a three-part series all about quiet quitting. He explains what it really is, why it matters, and what you can do if you realize you’re in the middle of it.

Bernie opens with the tough question: How do you show up at work? Are you still motivated, or are you just going through the motions? Turns out, quiet quitting (emotional withdrawal—not open revolt or laziness!) is incredibly common, and it comes with a big cost, not just for your job performance, but for your energy, health, and relationships.

Three Key Discussion Points:

1️⃣ What is Quiet Quitting?
Quiet quitting isn’t about slacking off; it’s a serious disconnect where work no longer feels meaningful, often driven by layoffs, lack of recognition, or unfulfilling roles. Bernie connects the dots to fulfillment: when your work doesn’t align with your values or energize you, you’re at risk.

2️⃣ The Impact is HUGE:
Bernie shares alarming data: according to Gallup, 59% of workers globally are quiet quitters, costing the economy trillions in lost productivity. Teams with high engagement see 78% less absenteeism and 14% higher productivity!

3️⃣ Simple Actions You Can Take:
Whether you’re an employee, leader, or self-employed, Bernie gives actionable advice: reflect on what you enjoy, identify where fulfillment is leaking, and take small steps, like meaningful conversations or tackling new projects, to reignite purpose. Leaders, especially, must ask “How are you doing, really?” and listen without an agenda.

Main Takeaway:
Quiet quitting is a wake-up call because fulfillment at work matters deeply, not just for you, but for your team and your organization. When you reconnect with purpose, even in small ways, you reclaim your energy and potential.

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Stay tuned for the next episode (2 of 3), where Bernie digs deeper into how fulfillment fuels both employees and the health of organizations, and how you can turn things around, one intentional step at a time.

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