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Quiet Cracking: The Silent Erosion of Employee Engagement and the Strategic Imperative of Purpose-Driven Leadership, by Jonathan H. Westover PhD
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9 minutes
1 week ago
Quiet Cracking: The Silent Erosion of Employee Engagement and the Strategic Imperative of Purpose-Driven Leadership, by Jonathan H. Westover PhD
Abstract: Quiet cracking represents a pervasive yet often invisible phenomenon undermining organizational performance across global workplaces. Recent survey data from 4,000 knowledge workers reveals that 42% report declining motivation, 41% feel managerial underappreciation, and 40% experience emotional withdrawal. This disengagement is fueled by technostress, eroding work-life boundaries, inadequate purpose communication, and AI-related anxiety. Evidence suggests that employees who consistently understand the "why" behind their work demonstrate significantly greater resilience against quiet cracking symptoms. This article examines the organizational and individual consequences of this silent crisis, synthesizes evidence-based interventions including transparent communication strategies, capability-building initiatives, and technology governance frameworks, and proposes forward-looking approaches to building sustainable engagement through psychological contract recalibration, distributed leadership, and continuous learning ecosystems. Organizations that prioritize clarity, autonomy, and human-centered technology implementation can transform technostress into engagement and restore organizational vitality.
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Daily Leadership Dialogue
The Daily Leadership Dialogue - Looking to take your people management and leadership skills to the next level? Tune in to ”Daily Leadership Dialogue" for insightful daily conversations with top business executives, HR leaders, and industry experts from around the world. Join us as we explore a wide range of topics critical to organizational success - from building high-performing teams and developing future leaders, to designing effective employee development programs and navigating complex HR challenges. You’ll walk away with actionable strategies and tools to elevate your approach to people management and drive transformative change in your workplace. Whether you’re an HR professional, business leader, entrepreneur, or someone passionate about the human side of organizations, this podcast is your go-to resource for leveling up your knowledge and elevating your impact. Get ready to uncover the alchemy of exceptional people management! New episodes available daily. Subscribe today!
