Many of us felt a kinship as we discussed quiet quitting. But quiet quitting isn't a new phenomenon, particularly for workers from marginalized backgrounds. In fact, diversity advocates say the idea of quiet quitting is gaining momentum in part because white workers are making noise about it. Navigating the boundaries of quiet quitting and what could be deemed as not doing their jobs can be trickier for them. Sacha ThompsonSacha Thompson: '5 o'clock came and I shut down'For Sacha Thompson, quiet quitting was a means of dealing with toxic cultures and colleagues who disrespected her.

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