Ian Lewis • 2/18/2012

Working overtime makes you stupid?

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The article critiques the common advice to limit work to 40 hours per week. The author, a developer, argues that productivity is more about working in 'the zone' and reaching natural stopping points than adhering to a strict schedule. They share a personal anecdote where a rigid 9-to-5 schedule led to lower output and quality, advocating for a more nuanced view of work hours that includes planning and study time.

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