3. It increases productivity

As we all know, when we feel valued in a workplace, we’re likely to work harder. “For the people within the team, giving your existing team new responsibilities and opportunities can be hugely beneficial to morale,” agrees Attwood. “This in turn has positive impacts on not only productivity but also on employee happiness and the business as a whole. Why shouldn’t your existing team have access to promotions prior to opening the net wider outside of the organisation?”

4. It fast-tracks career progression

Rather than having to start over in a new company in a new role, the ability to up-skill and shift roles in your current organisation can make a career more more palatable and appealing. “If you are looking to enhance certain skills or transition into a new career path entirely, quiet hiring can facilitate that switch with more job security, allowing you to change careers without necessarily leaving the company or taking a salary cut,” explains Janssens. “This means you can maintain existing routines, work-life balance, and organisational familiarity, making the transition feel more stable and fulfilling.”

5. It fosters a sense of loyalty and belonging

When we’re feeling valued and appreciated at work, we tend to feel a sense of loyalty to our company. Alongside this, if employees are staying put, rather than having a constant conveyor belt of new staff, it fosters a sense of community and belonging that will enhance a company’s culture. “It’s easy to overlook the time that is spent on building a culture within a company and how hiring a new team can impact this,” considers Attwood, “and that’s before you then add in the time that it takes to teach new employees the intricacies within your organisation. When done properly, quiet hiring could be beneficial for an employee and employer alike.”

Why ‘quiet hiring’ might be the boost your career (and workplace) needs