Op-Ed_ The Rise of “Quiet Cutting”—Legal Loophole or Ethical Blind Spot_

18/08/2025 2 min
Op-Ed_ The Rise of “Quiet Cutting”—Legal Loophole or Ethical Blind Spot_

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Op-Ed: The Rise of “Quiet Cutting”—Legal Loophole or Ethical Blind Spot?As economic headwinds buffet industries from tech to retail, companies are rethinking how they manage workforce reductions. But instead of traditional layoffs, a quieter, more ambiguous strategy is gaining traction: reassignment to less desirable roles. Dubbed “quiet cutting,” this practice preserves headcount on paper while subtly nudging employees toward the exit. It may be legal—but is it ethical?Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/go-beyond-the-brief--6353252/support.