I agree. And I am one of those salaried workers in an industry that glorifies overwork. So I don't necessarily get the extra coin for more widgets so losing sight of the important things is a double loss. Although I have been good myself in balancing work and life I know many in the same industry who are not.
I often fall into the trap of doing everything that gets thrown my way. Usually it starts with the promise that the extra work is 'temporary'...until it's not.
I am not suggesting people shouldn't work hard. Rather I'm saying people should be treated fairly and must invest in their personal priorities. I hope people can find purpose in life outside of work. Or if they find it within work, that's great too. But many don't.
Do people with more free time spend it productively? Some do, some don't. It's the individual's choice, but they should have the opportunity to build a life outside of work.
I agree. And I am one of those salaried workers in an industry that glorifies overwork. So I don't necessarily get the extra coin for more widgets so losing sight of the important things is a double loss. Although I have been good myself in balancing work and life I know many in the same industry who are not.
I often fall into the trap of doing everything that gets thrown my way. Usually it starts with the promise that the extra work is 'temporary'...until it's not.
If you wish to amplify your view, read "Dying for a Paycheck" by Jeffrey Pfeffer
If you wish to question the wisdom of quiet quitting, you should read wall street journal article on "Quiet Firing."
https://www.wsj.com/articles/quiet-quitting-firing-productivity-paranoia-11664390490?st=jjrg28m54ah206k&reflink=desktopwebshare_permalink
But let me ask these questions DumbWealth, since you are a fan of data:
1. Are the outcomes better for the population that does not work hard?
2. Do they have better health, wealth, and relationships?
3. Do they spend their time more productively and with more purpose or just eating Cheetos while binge watching Netflix?
Thanks for sharing. I will check both readings.
I am not suggesting people shouldn't work hard. Rather I'm saying people should be treated fairly and must invest in their personal priorities. I hope people can find purpose in life outside of work. Or if they find it within work, that's great too. But many don't.
Do people with more free time spend it productively? Some do, some don't. It's the individual's choice, but they should have the opportunity to build a life outside of work.