By Newsbreak Producer Matthew Veeran - Amidst today's demanding work environment, a new phenomenon called "quiet cracking" is emerging, where employees feel trapped in jobs they can't afford to leave - despite experiencing significant stress, exhaustion and panic. This workplace financial trauma, as described by Forbes, leads to a decrease in productivity, a lack of enthusiasm and increased absenteeism. Unlike "quiet quitting," quiet cracking happens under the radar, so it is crucial for employers to take steps to mitigate the potential loss of valuable employees. I spoke with Leila Moosa to find out more, she is the Senior Associate of employment practice at Cliffe Dekker Hofmeyr (CDH)...

<p>By Newsbreak Producer Matthew Veeran - Amidst today's demanding work environment, a new phenomenon called "quiet cracking" is emerging, where employees feel trapped in jobs they can't afford to leave - despite experiencing significant stress, exhaustion and panic. This workplace financial trauma, as described by Forbes, leads to a decrease in productivity, a lack of enthusiasm and increased absenteeism. Unlike "quiet quitting," quiet cracking happens under the radar, so it is crucial for employers to take steps to mitigate the potential loss of valuable employees. I spoke with Leila Moosa to find out more, she is the Senior Associate of employment practice at Cliffe Dekker Hofmeyr (CDH)...</p>

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