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> That's because commuting to all those errands is a waste of time. Only in the eyes of the employer. People have always taken time out of their day for things
by bart_spoon 5y ago
> That's because commuting to all those errands is a waste of time.
Only in the eyes of the employer. People have always taken time out of their day for things like buying food, cooking for yourself, exercising, etc. Those things aren't burdens when your employer isn't demanding complete control over your life. And they are only "perks" in a culture where they do.
- bradlys 5y agoMeh - I much prefer having those things done for me or made simpler. I’ve got exceptional work/life balance compared to my peers (I rarely work more than 40 hours/week and usually work 30-35) in SV. But I still would like my workplace to make things easier. I go to the grocery store quite often and find it just a huge waste of time. We get things delivered more often but I’m not a meal planner type so it doesn’t work well. Commuting for 10-15 minutes each way to get to nearest Whole Foods is a PITA. Having someone plan meals for me is a huge timesaver at every step. Same with exercise. Great if the equipment is right there, pound some weights just before eating lunch or play a game of basketball, etc. don’t need to manage a membership, coordinate with friends over fifty messages, etc. Totally could do those things outside of work but they take more time. Gotta go to the gym from my house or work. Gotta go to a specific park and hope there’s a pickup game that I can jump into. Etc.