The Matt Walker Podcast #73 - Sleep & Work with Dr. Chris Barnes
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May 6, 2024 
Dr. Chris Barnes, a Professor at the University of Washington's Foster School of Business, discusses how sleep impacts workplace productivity and ethical decision-making. They tackle topics like the link between sleep and job performance, the influence of emotional disturbances on sleep, the impact of sleep deprivation on work performance, and the connection between lack of sleep and unethical behavior in the workplace.
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Sleep Deprivation's Impact on Work Quality
- Sleep deprivation's impact on work quality depends on the job's demands.
- In jobs where quality, ethics, and teamwork matter, sleep is crucial.
The Bidirectional Relationship Between Sleep and Work
- Work influences sleep, and sleep influences work.
- This creates a cycle where work stress and demands can lead to poor sleep, impacting next-day performance.
Emotional Labor's Impact on Sleep
- Emotional labor, especially surface acting, negatively affects sleep.
- Faking positive emotions creates stress and anxiety, leading to insomnia.