‘Quiet cracking’ trend hits Czech workplace as AI and stress take a toll

How do know if you're quiet cracking at work? The trend, the signs, and how to access support in Czechia.

Expats.cz Staff

Written by Expats.cz Staff Published on 23.02.2026 15:49:00 (updated on 23.02.2026) Reading time: 3 minutes

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Czechia is seeing the rise of a subtle but damaging workplace phenomenon known as “quiet cracking,” according to a new report from Grafton Recruitment.

Driven by the lingering effects of the pandemic and the rapid integration of artificial intelligence, the trend is characterized by employees "breaking" under long-term pressure without open conflict or immediate burnout.

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While the issue is already widespread in the United States—affecting one in five workers—it is now gaining a foothold in the Czech market. Current data suggests that roughly 7 percent of employees in the Czech Republic are currently experiencing this gradual loss of engagement and trust.

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