The podcast explores the growing trend of embracing mediocrity at work, highlighting the shift in priorities post-pandemic. It features discussions with a Time Magazine journalist, a TikTok creator behind #lazygirljob, and a psychologist from the London School of Economics. Topics include work-life balance, the impact of perfectionism, and changing workplace dynamics for different generations.
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Embracing mediocrity at work can be a positive shift post-pandemic, highlighting the importance of work-life balance.
The trend of 'lazygirl jobs' reflects a desire for less demanding roles to prioritize personal well-being and happiness.
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Shift in Work-Life Priorities
After the pandemic, work-life priorities have been changing, especially for younger individuals. Terms like 'quiet quitting' indicate a shift towards not overexerting at work. People are reconsidering the role work plays in their lives, with concepts like mediocrity being seen in a positive light.
The Rise of Lazygirl Jobs
There is a growing trend towards 'lazygirl jobs', where individuals seek less demanding roles to prioritize work-life balance. TikTok star Gabriel coined the term after experiencing dissatisfaction in a high-pressure corporate job. This trend extends beyond gender and aims to redefine success by valuing personal time and well-being.
Navigating Work Expectations
Young workers are redefining traditional work ethics and seeking a healthy balance between work and leisure. Prioritizing personal well-being over constant striving is emphasized. Employers and employees are encouraged to rethink the value of overworking and instead focus on smarter work practices for improved productivity and happiness.
The idea of settling for ‘good enough’ and being mediocre at work is not new… but the case for prioritising other things apart from work has grown rapidly since the pandemic – and hashtags like #lazygirljob have been getting millions of views on TikTok.
We find out what mediocrity means for staff and employers, and speak to workers who are embracing this new attitude.
We hear from Jaime Ducharme, Time Magazine journalist who wrote an article about mediocrity in the workplace, Gabrielle Judge who started #lazygirljob on TikTok, and Dr Thomas Curran from the London School of Economics.
Produced and presented by Clare Williamson
(Image: A woman looking bored at work. Credit: Getty Images)
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