The myth isn’t that people stopped working—it’s that they ever stopped caring. Americans haven’t gone soft. They’ve gone ignored, mismanaged, and sidelined by leaders who mistake perks for purpose.
Quiet quitting wasn’t a rebellion. It was a retreat from environments that lacked direction, trust, or meaning. But when real leadership steps in—when there’s a clear mission, high standards, and shared stakes—the shift is immediate. Pride kicks in. Output follows.
This is the moment to rebuild trust in the mission. Not with slogans. With structure, vision, and work that means something. Respect goes further than rewards. Expectations build more than engagement surveys ever will. People are ready. Lead like it.