"Gen Xer's Reluctance to Return to Office Leads to 'Quiet Firing'"
A Gen Xer who moved to Orlando, Florida, after his lab in California went remote in 2020 claims he was "quiet fired" by his company when they adopted a hybrid-work environment. Despite being able to do his work remotely, his manager wanted him to visit the office once a month, which was not feasible for him. He eventually quit without another job lined up but found temporary employment later. "Quiet firing" occurs when managers fail to provide coaching, support, and career development, pushing employees out of the organization. Some companies see it as an alternative to layoffs. The Gen Xer has since found a remote contract position but is uncertain about the future. He appreciates the benefits of remote work but acknowledges the need for self-discipline.
