Cirion
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So today I took a half sick day since I felt bad this morning. I've noticed that today I've been more productive on 3-4 hrs working than I normally am at 8 hrs.
So why do workplaces insist on 40 hr+ workweeks? I feel like if I could only work 20 hrs a week I would be at my peak performance. We see that this is certainly typically the peak hours people prefer to work in retirement also. How is it that studies claim that 40 hr workweeks are ideal? Most Americans are working 40 (or more) and have chronic diseases, horrible sleep, and just overall have crappy productivity.
Let's also not forget that a 40 hr workweek is actually 60+ when you factor in commute times, times spent preparing for work, and in some cases being on call even when home etc.
So why do workplaces insist on 40 hr+ workweeks? I feel like if I could only work 20 hrs a week I would be at my peak performance. We see that this is certainly typically the peak hours people prefer to work in retirement also. How is it that studies claim that 40 hr workweeks are ideal? Most Americans are working 40 (or more) and have chronic diseases, horrible sleep, and just overall have crappy productivity.
Let's also not forget that a 40 hr workweek is actually 60+ when you factor in commute times, times spent preparing for work, and in some cases being on call even when home etc.