996 work culture is sad and inhumane. Whatever's wrong with 888 – or even 000?
8 hours ago
- #work-culture
- #silicon-valley
- #work-life-balance
- The Gilded Age TV show features a storyline about steelworkers striking for an 8-hour workday, a concept dating back to the 19th century.
- The '996' work culture (9am-9pm, 6 days a week) originated in China's tech industry and has faced backlash from workers.
- Despite global trends favoring work-life balance, '996' is resurging in Silicon Valley, with companies demanding long hours.
- Studies show overwork harms brain function, yet some tech leaders still promote extreme work cultures.
- Alternative work models, like the 4-day week, are successful but struggle to compete with the hype of 'grindcore' culture.
- Young workers prioritize work-life balance over pay, signaling a shift in workplace values.