The "996" schedule of working 9am-9pm, 6 days a week comes to Silicon Valley
12 days ago
- #startup hiring
- #AI boom
- #996 work schedule
- Startup hiring landscape is being reshaped by AI, leading to a decline in entry-level hiring.
- 996 work schedule (9 AM to 9 PM, six days a week) is gaining traction in tech and startups, especially during the AI boom.
- Some AI companies are considering including 996 clauses in employment contracts to convey the intensity of the work environment.
- Top performers often work six days a week, but may not want it explicitly stated as an expectation.
- 996 may not be sustainable for all roles, especially as companies grow and hire leadership positions.
- Venture deals include funding for AI-powered platforms, payment solutions, and cybersecurity companies.
- Private equity deals involve acquisitions in the hospitality, industrial automation, and insurance sectors.