Is Your Job Quiet Firing You? | How to Spot It, What to Do, and When to Leave JOIN THE COMMUNITY Subscribe @WellThatHappenedNowWhat/featured Corporate Survival Guide Playlist Are you feeling ignored at work, being micromanaged, left off important emails, or getting hit with unfair performance reviews? You might not just have a bad job—you could be experiencing quiet firing, and it’s more common than you think. In this episode, we dive deep into this toxic workplace tactic that companies use to force employees out without officially terminating them. If you’re burned out, disrespected, or being excluded at work, this video will help you determine whether it’s time to document, lawyer up, or walk away on your own terms. 👉 In this video, you'll learn: 🔍 What is quiet firing? Learn how employers subtly push employees out to avoid paying severance, unemployment, or facing legal action. ⚖️ The legal definition of constructive discharge If your work environment is unbearable, quitting may legally count as being fired. We’ll explain what that means and how to prove it. 🚩 Red flags you’re being quiet fired: Denied PTO or shift changes that mess with your pay Sudden PIPs (Performance Improvement Plans) Being ghosted by your manager Getting excluded from meetings or projects No raises or promotions while others get ahead 🧠 The psychological toll Quiet firing isn't just professional—it's personal. We’ll talk about the real emotional damage and how to protect your mental health. 📚 Real workplace stories from employees who fought back Including the woman who sued after her hours were cut to avoid a pension payout—and won. 🛠️ What you can do right now Whether you're staying to document and build a legal case, or getting ready to leave with a plan—we’ve got you covered. 💼 How companies and managers can avoid this trap If you lead people, you need to hear this. Quiet firing is a cultural problem, not just an HR one. 🚪 Your exit strategy Keep your resume ready, network consistently, and know when your values no longer align with the job. 🎥 Produced by @JustTalkStudios | 💬 Share your experience in the comments. Have you been quietly fired? Let’s talk about it. 👍 Like this video if you’ve ever felt stuck at a toxic job. 📌 Subscribe for real talk on career moves, HR red flags, and how to protect yourself in corporate life. 🔔 New videos weekly—don’t miss what’s next. Key Moments: 00:20 - Quiet Firing 00:55 - What is Quiet Firing 02:30 - Constructive Discharge 03:30 - Reasonable Person Standard 05:08 - Burden of Proof is on YOU 05:44 - Red Flags to Watch out for 10:24 - Toll of Being Quiet Fired 12:53 - Viewer Stories 15:02 - What can you do 18:09 - What can companies/leaders do 20:39 - Take Back Control 24:00 - Final Wrap up ⚖️ Quick Disclaimer: I’m not a lawyer — I just play one in HR meetings. 😉 Seriously though, this video isn’t legal advice. It’s based on my experience and meant to help you think through workplace situations. If you’re dealing with something serious (like a potential firing, discrimination, or retaliation), talk to a licensed employment attorney or other qualified professional who can give you guidance specific to your case. — quiet firing, constructive discharge, toxic workplace, signs you’re being fired, HR advice, employment law basics, career advice, workplace bullying, performance improvement plan, getting pushed out of a job, how to quit a toxic job, what is quiet firing, bad boss signs, red flags at work, when to quit your job, mental health at work, employee rights, workplace discrimination, Just Talk Studios, Well That Happened podcast, HR career advice, how to deal with toxic coworkers, career coaching YouTube, corporate survival tips