overwork

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When leaders insist that AI will double productivity, employees often overwork to fulfill that prophecy.

From Barron's • Dec. 30, 2025

She says she threw out her back and realized her overwork created physical strain.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 2, 2025

Being tired is linked to something deeper than just overwork or a sign of the times.

From Salon • Jan. 16, 2025

Complaints of chronic employee overwork and understaffing aren’t limited to fulfillment centers, chain coffee shops or fast-food restaurants, but also are pervasive at hospitals, schools and air traffic control facilities.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 3, 2025

He hid out for two weeks, and when he finally did return, murder had sunk back to simple anger and he paid his penalty in overwork and a false theatrical humility.

From "East of Eden" by John Steinbeck