There's no time to digest a problem or mull things over. Walk into any gym near Bay St. and you find it filled with executives trying to beat the morning rush. Just try making a reservation for an afternoon massage in downtown Toronto. You may find some open slots if you call early in the day. But book right away or they'll be gone by late morning - when people start to feel the stress of the day.
People find whatever means they can to cope.
I know executives who have sent back their cellphones - they just can't handle being on call 24 hours a day. Others use their phones only for outgoing calls. One executive I know refuses to give out his cellphone number, even to his family. For some executives, technology also offers a solution. Many have mastered laptop computers and fax modems so they can take their work on vacation or to the cottage.