Why are we still working this hard?
150 points by Wilsoniumite
In 1973, a forty-hour work week produced the same output that now takes just sixteen hours, according to the Bureau of Economic Analysis. This means that an hour of work today generates two and a half times the output compared to 1973, indicating a significant increase in productivity. Despite this efficiency, many workers still engage in long hours, raising questions about work culture and economic structures.