They inhibit quick response to change and cost money and time. Yet many organizations continue to worship their sacred cattle. They're afraid to abandon what once made them successful, and they extract a heavy fine from . You'll work faster when you're fresh and think more creatively. And your mood and attitude will be far better.
Studies show that when the workday has been shortened, efficiency and productivity increase.
At the turn of the century, when factory workers put in long hours, shrinking the workday from 10 to 8 hours a day significantly increased productivity. And cutting the 40-hour workweek by up to 5 hours in the U.S. and Britain has led to less absenteeism, less turnover, less personal business on company time, and lower costs. Let's knock off for today. While you're here, check out these earlier Words to Work By .