Understanding Quit-Tok: The Trend of Workers Quitting their Jobs Live on TikTok

Experts warn that there are serious long-term repercussions linked to a new trend called “Quit-Tok.” This trend involves employees sharing their negative experiences with their jobs and quitting live on TikTok.

While some participants may find it entertaining or fulfilling in the moment, experts caution that they often end up regretting their actions. One example is a 24-year-old hospitality worker from Florida who mocked her employer on TikTok before quitting her job live on the platform.

She later expressed regret, acknowledging that her actions were immature and ultimately detrimental to her career prospects. Neil Costa, the founder and CEO of HireCli, emphasized that such behavior could have lasting consequences, as the professional world is smaller than many realize.

With the line between personal and professional lives becoming increasingly blurred, employees need to consider the potential long-term impact of their online actions. Jessica Roper, the director of career services at the University of Phoenix in Phoenix, highlighted the challenging job market and the importance of avoiding actions that could burn bridges with potential employers.

Costa advised employees to use more professional methods, such as informing their managers via email or letter, when resigning from a job. This approach, he explained, preserves the possibility of working with former colleagues and managers again in the future, unlike the negative consequences associated with participating in Quit-Tok.