The Matt Walker Podcast #111 - The Price of Sleep
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Oct 20, 2025 Sleep is reimagined as a vital economic asset rather than just a need. Sleep deprivation costs the U.S. economy up to $411 billion annually due to decreased productivity and increased healthcare costs. Extended wakefulness can impair cognitive function similarly to intoxication, raising safety concerns. By investing in sleep programs, businesses can see significant returns, while individuals enjoy better financial outcomes linked to adequate rest. Ultimately, prioritizing sleep is framed as an investment yielding benefits for both personal well-being and economic prosperity.
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Sleep Is A Major Economic Drag
- Insufficient sleep costs the U.S. up to $411 billion annually, about 2.28% of GDP.
- Several other wealthy nations also lose over 1% of GDP to sleep loss, showing a global economic toll.
Short Sleep Cuts Workplace Productivity
- Employees sleeping under six hours lose about six working days of productivity each year.
- Poor sleepers are 1.5 times likelier to be absent and nearly twice as likely to have productivity issues.
Personal Endorsement Of A Cleaning Product
- Matt Walker shares his endorsement of Branch Basics and personal use of their Concentrate product.
- He explains the company's origin story and offers a promo link for listeners.