Kansas City Low Expectations Abound: Alleged 'Underperformers' Confound Local Bosses

The "quiet quitting" mystified local companies given the legacy of the Midwestern work ethic. 

However . . .

As we plunge deeper into a recession . . . Management finds that people willing to merely wanting to "act their wage"  is merely a symptom of more fundamental problems. 

The existential dilemma . . . 

A broader social safety net AND new economy opportunities for handouts & hustles have undermined an old school workplace predicated on scarcity. 

Translation and maybe a bit of good news for everybody . . .

A global marketplace gives less power to bad bosses. 

Accordingly . . .

Here's a local biz writer opining on the topic . . .

"Even though “quiet quitting” or doing only what is required has gained attention, the real issue is managing those who are underperforming. A quiet quitter might leave work on time and not put in extra hours, but they might be efficient workers who are striking a balance between work and life. Underperformers, on the other hand, can create extra work for colleagues and damage morale if the issue is not addressed."

Read more via www.TonysKansasCity.com link . . .

Don't fixate on the 'quiet quitting' trend; focus on poor performers who aren't even doing the minimum

Even though "quiet quitting" or doing only what is required has gained attention, the real issue is managing those who are underperforming, writes Jennifer Libby. A quiet quitter might leave work on time and not put in extra hours, but they might be efficient workers who are striking a balance between work and life.