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Then why call it "overtime." Mandatory overtime as a concept is contradictory, that's just the new work-hours.
by Someone1234 9y ago
Then why call it "overtime."
Mandatory overtime as a concept is contradictory, that's just the new work-hours.
- Asooka 9y agoThe government sets the standard working hours. You're asked to work for that much time, plus an additional time over that. It's overtime with respect to the standard, which might not necessarily be the median for your company.
- jschwartzi 9y agoBecause some of our ancestors rioted and fought and unionized to establish the 40 hour work week, and we want to preserve their legacy. And because it's not entitled to want to have a life outside of your salaried job.