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Being obsessed with being productive ... is unproductive →

February 19, 2020 by Oliver Gordon

A wave of writers and researchers are redefining how we view useful work. These writers are reminding us that an obsession with productivity can be counterproductive. And they’re suggesting we rethink the concept of productivity altogether. THE WASHINGTON POST

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February 19, 2020 /Oliver Gordon
productivity, work, employment, mental health
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Should workers be allowed to nap at work? →

November 20, 2019 by Oliver Gordon

The US government says sleeping in the office is a no-no. But experts say it's time they reconsider, writes Jonathan Berr. BBC NEWS

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November 20, 2019 /Oliver Gordon
napping, work, employment, productivity, wellness
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Microsoft Japan tested a four-day work week and productivity jumped by 40% →

November 08, 2019 by Oliver Gordon

Microsoft tested out a four-day work week in its Japan offices and found as a result employees were not only happier – but significantly more productive. THE GUARDIAN

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November 08, 2019 /Oliver Gordon
microsoft, japan, four-day week, productivity, work
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This is what happened when two companies swapped offices—and countries →

September 18, 2019 by Oliver Gordon

This summer, two design studios—one in Vilnius, Lithuania, and one in Florence, Italy—swapped offices to find inspiration in a new environment. FAST COMPANY

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September 18, 2019 /Oliver Gordon
employment, work, offices, productivity
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