The chapter explores the concept of 'mo ye' in China and introduces the idea of 'Productivity Theatre' to describe the phenomenon of pretending to work when not actually being productive. It discusses the challenges of remote work and the tactics employees use to appear busy. The importance of workplace culture, setting mutual goals, and creating a trustworthy work environment are also addressed.

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