Day 1: Key Vocabulary

Day 1: Key Vocabulary

You’re going to watch a talk about the pitfalls of the “always on” work culture. Before you watch, let’s take a look at some of the key vocabulary used in the talk.

For so many of us, myself included, our days feel filled with a million small interruptions.

These moments seem so small at the time, and yet research suggests they add up to a tremendous loss.

The constant creep of work into our personal lives can increase our stress and undermine our happiness.

In one study, researchers recruited parents who were visiting a science museum with their kids.

After the visit, parents who used their phones reported that the experience was significantly less meaningful.

…which is often caused by the stress and burnout of our always-on culture.

As we remake our models of work in the wake of the pandemic…

But in my mind, I immediately worry about not being productive enough or letting down my colleagues.

Another strategy you can take is to create clear boundaries for your time off.

To uphold these personal goals, work together as a team.

Do it publicly, collect data and hold each other accountable.

Quality truly is the metric that matters most.

In my data, employees who proactively asked for more time…

Once you discover the profound impact that these changes can have, you’ll feel empowered to demand that others respect and accommodate your approach to time. 

Maybe they’ll even feel inspired to piece together the fractured moments of their lives, too.

You can practice and master this vocabulary list with the help of vocabulary.com. It’s a free and fun-to-use vocabulary building platform that I highly recommend. A simple, sustainable daily practice of 10-15 minutes will yield the best results.

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