Perhaps working hard to make money and get ahead is overrated. With the decline in merit-based compensation and rewards, it may be strategically better to kick back and relax more. It's a risky proposition to do so, but it might work out for the best.

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Why Working Hard Might No Longer Be Necessary To Get Ahead Due To A De-emphasis In Merit