"Quiet hiring" is becoming more and more popular among employers: what is it?

"Quiet hiring" became one of the trends among employers in 2023 and continues to gather an audience.

Its essence lies in the fact that instead of hiring new people for additional work, companies assign more responsibilities to their highly efficient employees. These employees receive more money or a better position. Thus, the company does not need to go through a cumbersome hiring process, and existing employees do not need to look for a better job, which saves everyone's time and effort, writes News Bytes.

Companies have been using the quiet hiring strategy for a long time, especially in difficult economic times such as recessions and periods of hyperinflation.

What caused this trend?

The trend of quiet hiring seems to be a reaction to the phenomenon of quiet firing in 2022: the idea of not working more than necessary.

This trend has led to organizations losing skilled workers.

So in response, HR leaders have introduced quiet hiring, which has allowed companies to acquire new skills and abilities without hiring new employees full-time.

How should you respond if you are being quietly hired?

First, be assertive in communicating your limitations and make sure you are being fairly compensated for your efforts.

Second, make sure you get what you deserve, whether it's through monetary compensation or office perks.

Remember, this can be a great opportunity to demonstrate your value and contribute to the company, but only if you maintain clear communication and know your worth.

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