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Samsung, the South Korean tech giant, is enforcing a novel strategy to combat its financial downturn, by extending executive workweeks to six days. In response to its worst financial performance in over ten years, Samsung has mandated a substantial change in its executives' work routine. The corporate executives are now required to commit to a six-day workweek instead of the traditional five. This change is aimed at instilling a sense of urgency to help overcome the financial crisis the company is facing, according to The Korea Economic Daily, which first reported the story. The decision comes after Samsung reported a significant drop in earnings in 2023. The primary factors contributing to this decline include geopolitical tensions in Russia, Ukraine, and the Middle East, affecting ...

Working non-traditional hours could have long-term effects on your health, according to a recent study conducted by researchers in the field. The research was primarily published in the Plos One journal. It involved over 7,000 subjects, tracked over three decades, starting from the age of 22 to 50. The aim of the study was to explore the impact of irregular work patterns, especially those involving sleep, on the physical and mental health of individuals. The research defined "standard" work hours as those starting at 6 a.m. or later and ending by 6 p.m. In contrast, irregular or volatile work schedules were classified as those commencing at 2 p.m. or later and ending by midnight. The study showed that people who worked non-traditional hours faced a significantly higher likelihood ...

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Samsung is implementing a six-day work week for executives after reporting its worst financial situation in more than 10 years

Study says Impact of irregular working hours on long-term health