S2E19 - An End to Stupid Work

Are we really getting work done, or just pretending en masse? We're working ourselves to death & getting little done. How do we fix it? Interview with former Washington Post reporter and director of Better Life Labs, Brigid Schulte.This episode dives into:Overwork CultureThe Behavioral Psychology of WorkThe Importance of "Real Work" vs. "Stupid Work"Systemic ChallengesWorkplace InequalityCultural Shifts and Public PolicyA Vision for the FutureGrab Brigid Schulte's Books here:Over Work: Transforming the Daily Grind in the Quest for a Better LifeOverwhelmed: Work, Love, and Play When No One Has the Time (These are affiliate links. Support our podcast!)Written, directed, and executive produced by Chauncey Zalkin. Intro/Outro sound engineered by Eric Aaron. Photography by Alonza Mitchell with Design Consulting by Paper + Screen.Want to go deeper? Follow my Substack and don't forget to pledge subscription. (;Want to see the episode? Subscribe to the Actual People YouTube Channel.Follow us on Instagram for the latest updates and behind the scenes.We want to hear from YOU so if you want to be a guest, have a pithy but kind retort, or for business inquiries, drop me a line.Actual People, a Podcastwww.chaunceyzalkin.com