Gabby Ianniello, the Quit-Toker, discusses the trend of public quitting videos on social media. They explore the motivations behind these videos, the impact on reputation, and the challenges companies face. The podcast delves into changing workplace dynamics, emphasizing the need for respectful communication and a balance of power.
Gen Z workers seek purpose and transparency in jobs, quitting to inspire career change.
Public quitting's impact on reputation varies; positivity enhances credibility, while negativity harms brand.
Deep dives
Challenges in Engaging Gen Z Workers
Gen Z workers born after 1997 expect flexibility and purpose in their work, questioning workplace norms and valuing transparency. They are more likely to quit unfulfilling jobs, with some showcasing their quitting experiences on platforms like QuitTok.
Public Quitting Trends and Motivations
Gabby Yinello, who quit her job on social media, aimed to inspire others to seek a more fulfilling life beyond traditional work structures. Her public quitting garnered mixed feedback concerning her reputation and decision-making processes.
Impact of Public Quitting on Reputation
Publicly quitting can influence one's reputation based on the intentions behind the actions. Negative portrayal of former employers or colleagues may harm one's brand while sharing personal experiences and emotions constructively can enhance credibility and demonstrate valuable skills to potential employers or business ventures.
Tens of thousands of workers have been made redundant already this year – but some are refusing to go quietly. Younger employees are posting videos of their layoffs (or of the moment they quit their jobs) on TikTok and Instagram, publicising an intimate moment that usually stays hidden. Why are they doing it? And how can managers protect themselves from the fallout of those videos? Isabel Berwick speaks to ‘Quit-Toker’ Gabby Ianniello, outplacement consultant Rhiannon Rowley and FT journalist Josh Gabert-Doyon to find out.
Presented by Isabel Berwick, produced by Mischa Frankl-Duval, mixed by Simon Panayi. The executive producer is Manuela Saragosa. Cheryl Brumley is the FT’s head of audio.