New job trend 'boreout' is harming America's workplaces here's how to fix it

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September 14, 2023

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First, it was “quiet quitters” then it was “loud laborers.”

Now, American companies are dealing with another employee trend called “boreout.”

The term describes a situation in which workers are bored, unengaged, and unfulfilled in their jobs.

This trend is impacting workers, managers, and corporate America overall, according to job experts.

Here’s how it’s doing that and what to know about this career concern (and how to address it if it applies to you).

“Boreout” is a phenomenon among employees defined as chronic boredom the experience that ones work is pointless, said Peggy Klaus, a communications and leadership expert with Klaus and Associates in Santa Fe, New Mexico.

“The result is employee stress, lethargy, lower creativity and productivity, an increase in physical and mental health problems, high staff turnover, and early retirement,” Klaus told FOX Business.

In the past, people who did the bare minimum at work were pegged as lazy, said Klaus.

Today, that same situation is called “quiet quitting,” she said.

Klaus said she puts the two trends in the same category.

The employees exhibiting “boreout” have spent the least amount of time in an organization and feel less emotionally connected and loyal to the company and colleagues.

“I see boreout and quiet quitting as the same thing,” she said.

“To the degree that an employee refuses to do any work outside of the job description, engage in meetings unless directly addressed or respond to phone messages or emails, among other infractions, that person is definitely exhibiting boreout,” Klaus said.

The demographic most impacted by the concept is male and in the age range of 18 to 35, Klaus said.

A number of factors have contributed, she said.

Theyve spent the least amount of time in an organization and feel less emotionally connected and loyal to the company and colleagues, she said.

They have an array of job options, as its been a buyers market of late, said Klaus.

“Boreout” is a highly contagious “virus” that spreads quickly and can infect the entire workplace.

At this time in their lives, they are less encumbered by family responsibilities and so they are willing to take risks to change jobs, change cities, and even change countries, Klaus also noted.

“Boreout” is a highly contagious “virus” that spreads quickly and can infect the entire workplace, Klaus indicated.

She said “boreout” definitely decreases productivity and a company’s bottom line.

At this time in their lives, they are less encumbered by family responsibilities and so they are willing to take risks to change jobs, change cities, and change countries, Klaus also noted.

“Gallup estimated that low engagement is costing the global economy nearly $9 trillion,” Klaus added.

Communication is essential to combat “boreout,” job experts noted.

“When employees work toward a new goal and are given the tools to succeed, they can find renewed energy and excitement for their jobs.”

“Managers can turn things around and create a more engaging work atmosphere for the employee with open and transparent communication,” said Niki Jorgensen, managing director, client implementation with Insperity, who is based in Denver, Colorado.

Managers should address any concerns and work with the employee to determine a solution, she said.

“Solutions could be as simple as [giving] additional responsibility, creating a new reporting structure, or setting [new] goals for career development,” said Jorgensen.

“When employees work toward a new goal and are given the tools to succeed, they can find renewed energy and excitement for their jobs.”

Klaus of Santa Fe shared advice for employees who recognize that “boreout” is all too familiar to them and understand they have a role to play in changing things.

“Seek the advice of mentors, career counselors, or the human resources department if you think boreout is seriously affecting either your physical or mental health,” Klaus also said.

Also, she said, recognize that “it may be time to change your career path toward something healthier for you.”

When managers and leadership have regular check-ins with employees, they can learn how to support teams and keep them engaged, Jorgensen indicated.

“Through regular communication, managers can quickly identify any issues before they become a major hurdle for their team and the company,” she said.

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MLB: Iassogna crew chief, plate umpire for ASG

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July 10, 2025

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MLB: Iassogna crew chief, plate umpire for ASG

Associated Press

Jul 10, 2025, 04:27 PM ET

NEW YORK — Dan Iassogna will be the umpire crew chief and work the plate during Tuesday night’s All-Star Game at Atlanta’s Truist Park.

His crew will include Marvin Hudson at first, Chris Segal at second, Jansen Visconti at third, Jeremie Rehak in left and Erich Bacchus in right, Major League Baseball said Thursday.

Iassogna, 56, will work his second All-Star Game. He was at third base for the 2011 game at Arizona.

He worked his first big league game in 1999, was hired to the major league staff in 2004 and appointed a crew chief ahead of the 2020 season. Iassogna umpired the World Series in 2012, ’17 and ’22 along with eight League Championship Series and seven Division Series.

Segal, Visconti, Rehak and Bacchus will work their first All-Star Games and Hudson his second after being in left field in 2004 at Houston.

Tony Randazzo will be the replay umpire in New York.

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A’s Rooker joins list of HR Derby participants

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July 10, 2025

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A's Rooker joins list of HR Derby participants

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Jul 10, 2025, 01:16 PM ET

WEST SACRAMENTO, Calif. — Athletics slugger Brent Rooker is adding his name to the list of Home Run Derby participants.

Rooker announced Thursday that he’s participating in the event, which takes place Monday in Atlanta. He will become the first Athletics player in the Home Run Derby since Matt Olson in 2021.

“Competing in the Home Run Derby has always been a dream of mine,” Rooker said in an Instagram post. “Can’t wait to make it happen next week in Atlanta! See ya there!”

Rooker, 30, entered Thursday with a .270 batting average, 19 homers and 50 RBIs, putting him on pace for a third straight season of at least 30 homers. He went deep 30 times in 2023 and had 39 homers in 2024.

His 58 homers since the start of the 2024 season rank him third among all American League players.

The only A’s to win the Derby were Mark McGwire in 1992 and Yoenis Céspedes in 2013 and 2014.

Other announced participants include Atlanta’s Ronald Acuña Jr., Minnesota’s Byron Buxton, Tampa Bay’s Junior Caminero, Pittsburgh’s Oneil Cruz, Seattle’s Cal Raleigh and Washington’s James Wood.

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O’s trade reliever Baker to Rays for draft pick

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July 10, 2025

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O's trade reliever Baker to Rays for draft pick

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Jul 10, 2025, 01:13 PM ET

BALTIMORE — The Orioles traded right-handed reliever Bryan Baker to AL East rival Tampa Bay on Thursday in exchange for the 37th overall pick in the 2025 MLB amateur draft, a sign that one of baseball’s most disappointing clubs could be sellers at the upcoming trade deadline.

Orioles general manager Mike Elias wouldn’t completely commit to that idea. Speaking to reporters before Thursday’s split doubleheader against the New York Mets, he cited the 2024 Detroit Tigers, who traded players off their major league roster but held on to ace Tarik Skubal and then surged into a playoff spot.

Elias did, however, acknowledge the possibility of selling on a day that began with last-place Baltimore (40-50) sitting 12½ games behind the division-leading Toronto Blue Jays and seven out of the final AL wild-card spot.

“I think it’s a step in that direction,” said Elias three weeks before the July 31 deadline. “There’s no way around that. The timing of the draft, and when you have draft picks involved in the trades, kind of front-loads these decisions, and it’s earlier than my comfort level. But we thought it was a really good return and a good trade for everyone. So, we did it.”

The draft begins Sunday. In a corresponding move, the Orioles selected the contract of catcher David Bañuelos from Triple-A Norfolk.

After a dreadful start that brought the May dismissal of manager Brandon Hyde, the Orioles have steadied under interim skipper Tony Mansolino, playing to a 21-14 record since a loss to St. Louis on May 28.

Baker was a solid part of that, posting a 3.52 ERA, striking out 49 batters and posting a 1.096 WHIP in 38⅓ innings as the setup man for closer Felix Bautista.

“This is a team that is moving in the right direction, and we still have a lot of time left before the deadline, but this was a trade with the draft coming up in a couple days that we had to make a decision on,” Elias said. “We didn’t want to pass up on the opportunity. Hopefully, we can use the pick wisely, bring a lot of value back, and Bryan’s going to a good place.”

Mansolino is also hoping his team will get replenishments in the form of players eventually returning from the injured list. That sizable group includes several possible starting pitchers: Grayson Rodriguez (shoulder), Albert Suarez (shoulder), Tyler Wells (elbow) and Kyle Bradish (Tommy John surgery).

Meanwhile, Baltimore will now have four of the first 37 and seven of the first 93 draft picks.

“All the drafts are important, but when you have this amount of picks, it becomes more important, there’s no question about it,” Elias said. “There’s just a much bigger opportunity ahead of us, and the draft is a lifeblood for our franchise.”