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Millennials embrace 'quiet vacationing' trend, taking time off without approval

A growing trend known as "quiet vacationing" sees nearly 40% of millennials taking time off work without formal approval, often while traveling abroad. This behavior stems from a fear of appearing lazy or jeopardizing job security, leading employees to maintain a semblance of online presence. Experts suggest this trend highlights underlying workplace cultural issues, such as a lack of psychological safety, and recommend clear communication of expectations from employers. AI

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Millennials embrace 'quiet vacationing' trend, taking time off without approval

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  1. Fortune TIER_1 English(EN) · Orianna Rosa Royle ·

    Forget quiet quitting—4 in 10 millennials are taking ‘quiet vacations’ and checking out of work (and the country) on company dime instead

    4 in 10 millennials take a quiet vacation—here’s how to tell if your worker is one of them.