Quiet Quitting: Applying Self-Determination Theory to Workplace Behavior

Reactive PublishingBest for HR professionals, managers, and organizational readers.Uncover the Psychological Drivers Behind Modern Workplace DisengagementWhen employees quiet quit, they are often setting boundaries in response to environments that fail to meet basic human needs. In Quiet Quitting, author Vivian Harper applies the proven framework of Self-Determination Theory to examine why traditional retention strategies fall short and how organizational dynamics shape worker motivation.Rather than treating quiet quitting as a simple behavioral flaw, this book breaks down the core psychological factors required for workplace thriving: - Autonomy: Understanding the impact of self-governance versus micromanagement.- Competence: How mastery and growth opportunities drive intrinsic motivation.- Relatedness: The role of psychological safety and meaningful connection at work.Combining psychological research with clear organizational analysis, Vivian Harper provides an evidence-based perspective on employee behavior and workplace engagement.