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> But let us not allow the current hysteria about “overwork” to distract us, as a society, from the bigger problem of the number of people dropping out of the l
by richrichie 3y ago
> But let us not allow the current hysteria about “overwork” to distract us, as a society, from the bigger problem of the number of people dropping out of the labour force. Enough people are lying flat already without more encouragement from management gurus. And let us not use it, particularly in Europe, as another excuse for creating yet more legislation about how much we can work. The last thing that growth-starved economies need is another excuse for taking a nap.
This is hilarious.
- downrightmike 3y agoThe western world's workers fought bloody and deadly battles to get decent hours. Also, every single Chinese Dynasty has always ended in a peasant revolt. Just be glad they are laying down.
- richrichie 3y agoFor me it is hilarious because people were paid not to work and to stay at home just a couple of years ago. Plus, vast swathes of population were told that what they did was not “essential”.
- downrightmike 3y ago$1200, won't cover rent. Most people can't cover a $500 expense. That is the real problem.