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Want employees to be more engaged? Stop fixating on productivity — and start optimizing their leisure time
Humanity is in short supply at many workplaces, where it’s been pushed out by automation and a culture of overwork. Social psychologist Adam Waytz writes about a surprising way to restore humanity and also improve employee engagement: Giving people the time and encouragement to unplug completely from their jobs.
Never mind workers — Yoshie Komuro believes that if anyone stands to benefit from a sensible workday, it’s employers.