Deccan Herald · 23 Sep, 01:10 · Artificial Intelligence briefing

Quiet quitting comes to India. AI will make it worse

Recent reporting indicates that the 'quiet quitting' phenomenon, characterised by employees strictly adhering to job descriptions without extra effort, is gaining traction within India’s workforce.

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Recent reporting indicates that the 'quiet quitting' phenomenon, characterised by employees strictly adhering to job descriptions without extra effort, is gaining traction within India’s workforce. The article suggests that artificial intelligence technologies may exacerbate this trend by increasing workplace monitoring and reducing job satisfaction. This development highlights a growing disconnect between employee expectations and organisational demands in the Indian market, prompting urgent discussion on how technology influences labour dynamics and professional engagement levels.

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