Explore the challenges of long commute times in African cities. Discover the concept of microdosing to enhance productivity with psychedelic drugs. Learn about investments in technology to improve brewing efficiency. Discuss the impact of foreign companies on Ireland's economy and an agri-tech startup in India.
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Commuting in Lagos poses a significant hindrance to productivity, with workers spending up to five hours a day traveling to and from work.
Microdosing with psychedelic drugs is becoming more popular as a way to enhance creativity and work performance.
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Productivity and the Impact of Commuting in Lagos
The podcast explores the challenges of commuting in Lagos, Nigeria, where the daily journey to work can take up to three hours due to traffic gridlocks. The traffic issue is not unique to Lagos and is also experienced in cities like Kampala and Nairobi. The Lagos Blue Rail Line and white city ferries are alternative transportation options, albeit expensive, for those who can afford them. However, the long commute times pose a significant hindrance to productivity, with workers spending up to five hours a day traveling to and from work.
Microdosing Psychedelic Drugs for Enhanced Productivity
The podcast discusses the phenomenon of microdosing, where some workers in the US are taking small doses of psychedelic drugs to improve focus and work performance. Microdosing involves taking a tenth of a recreational dose of hallucinogenic substances, aiming to enhance creativity and curiosity while avoiding hallucinations. The podcast highlights the increasing popularity of microdosing and the changing attitudes towards it in the workplace, with companies like Mudwater supporting employees who choose to microdose. However, the safety and long-term effects of microdosing are still under investigation, and the use of psychedelics is illegal at the federal level.
The Power of Rest and Napping in Japanese Work Culture
In contrast to the intense work culture of Japan, the podcast explores how some businesses are encouraging rest and napping to boost productivity. These initiatives challenge the long-standing notion of continuous work and strive to improve overall employee well-being. The company Makura in Tokyo has implemented a power nap policy, allowing employees to take short naps at their desks to increase efficiency. However, societal resistance to change and deeply ingrained work habits present challenges in normalizing rest during the workday. While some businesses have introduced nap-friendly spaces, widespread adoption is still a considerable leap for Japan's work culture.
From tackling the long commute to sleeping on the job - we head to Lagos, New York, Tokyo, Bengaluru (formerly Bangalore) and Dublin to look at the diverse ways businesses are attempting to boost productivity and therefore also boost profits.
We hear from businesses installing sleep pods in the office and others using technology to boost production on their farms and in their factories but are these techniques really working?
Producer: Hannah Mullane
Presenter: Leanne Byrne
(Image: Buildings working on a roof space. Credit: Getty Images)
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