The Examined Life Is the 40 hour work week dead? [Elle Griffin]
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Feb 6, 2025 Elle Griffin, founder of The Elysian media cooperative, discusses the evolving landscape of work as 70% of salaried workers report clocking less than 40 hours a week. With AI and automation enhancing efficiency, people are choosing to create more rather than simply working less. They explore the potential for a 20-hour workweek and the shift in career prestige towards entrepreneurship. Additionally, they delve into the balance of work and leisure, emphasizing the importance of personal passions in this new work paradigm.
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The 40-Hour Workweek is a Loose Standard
- Many salaried workers work less than 40 hours a week.
- This is because they've become more efficient, not because they have less work.
Examples of Flexible Work
- Elle Griffin shares examples of people in various roles who work less than 40 hours a week.
- This includes VPs, C-suite executives, and those in heavy industry.
Overwork and Alternatives
- Overwork in fields like law and finance is partly due to hourly billing and the always-on culture.
- Fractional work and consulting offer alternatives for better work-life balance.