193: Quiet Cracking- Why Your A-Players Are Pulling Back (and What to Do)

19/08/2025 14 min
193: Quiet Cracking- Why Your A-Players Are Pulling Back (and What to Do)

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Quiet quitting made headlines, but it’s time to talk about a deeper threat: Quiet Cracking.This episode is all about what happens when your most reliable, engaged, high-performing team members start slowly disengaging- not because they want to slack off, but because they’re burned out, spread thin, and overwhelmed. The kicker? They’re still showing up. Still doing the work. But the spark is fading.If you’re noticing your star players stepping back or losing their usual energy, this episode is for you. I break down:What Quiet Cracking is (and how it’s different from quiet quitting)Why high performers are especially at risk right nowThe ripple effect it has on your team’s culture and morale3 foundational steps to stop it before it spreadsThis isn’t about sweeping transformation, it’s about getting back to the basics that work. Plus, I share a lightweight tool that can help you get ahead of burnout and build resilience into your team every week.Resources Mentioned:Free Snippets Template: liagarvin.com/snippetsMore on The New Manager Playbook: liagarvin.comLooking for support for yourself of your team? I've got you covered.Explore manager training, leaders keynotes & offsites, and 1:1 advisory, or my 90-Day-COO program for business owners who want simple systems that actually work. I help teams build clarity, accountability, and momentum through practical tools and research-backed strategies that make managing easier. Get all the details at: www.liagarvin.comor reach out at [email protected]

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