Badges and Betrayals

Pop the tab on something cold and settle in — it's time for another round of Drinks After Work! This time, we're talking all about: Coffee Badging: The office protest you didn't know had a name Revenge Quitting vs. Quiet Quitting: When employees fight back (loudly or silently) Rage Applying: Blanketing the internet with your resume out of pure frustration Quiet Firing: When your company makes you so miserable you quit on your own Why all of these "trends" are really just symptoms of broken workplace culture In this episode, Shannon and Deborah dive into the buzzwords taking over workplace conversations—from coffee badging (swipe in, grab coffee, bounce) to revenge quitting (bringing your whole crew with you when you leave). They break down why employees are resorting to these tactics, what signs to watch for if you're being quietly fired, and how to protect yourself when the workplace turns toxic. Plus, some real talk about blind spots, equity vs. fairness, and why documentation is your best friend. So sip, swig, or chug — and get ready to: Recognize the signs of quiet firing before it's too late Document everything (yes, screenshots count) Start "quiet learning" on the company dime while you still can Build your portfolio and LinkedIn testimonials before you need them Know when to walk away—and bring your people with you Because it wouldn't be Drinks After Work without the drinks, here are the FAB: Shannon: Hot Apple Cider with Bourbon — Apple cider simmered with chunked apples, chunked oranges, and cinnamon sticks until reduced, then mixed with bourbon. Deborah: Pear Pressure — Vodka, spiced honey syrup, apple cider, lemon, topped with Prosecco. Find all our drink recipes and more at our website. Resources: Fortune Magazine: Farewell, quiet quitting. 2025 could be the year of ‘revenge-quitting’ Be part of the Learning Rebels Community. Continue the conversation while building connections and capability. Learn more here. Join the Coffee Chat conversations Be part of Learning Rebels live Coffee Chat Discussions! Sign up here. Hire Learning Rebels. When you need learning that sticks, we’ll fight to make performance results happen. Visit the Learning Rebels website to learn more. Hosts: Shannon Tipton & Deborah Harris Podcast produced by: Obsidian Productions