# What is “Act your Wage”, Gen Z’s latest work-life trend?

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Podcast: [Do you really know?](https://stenobird.com/podcast/do-you-really-know-452837)
Published: 2026-06-09T03:00:00+00:00
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After "quiet quitting" and "conscious quitting", here’s yet another new phenomenon related to the world of work that’s growing in popularity. “Acting your wage” involves putting in a certain amount of work, that’s in proportion to your salary. In other words, no going above and beyond; no extra hours and no unattainable goals. And no additional responsibilities outside of your job description, unless your wage goes up first. Where does the movement come from? Why are people resorting to "Acting their wage"? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions ! To listen to the latest episodes, click here: ⁠Where does Mother’s day come from?⁠ ⁠What is ergophobia, the fear which can throw our careers off track?⁠ ⁠Why are brain chips becoming a reality?⁠ A Bababam Originals podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance. First Broadcast: 3/6/2023 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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