PRODUCTIVITY has long been considered the cornerstone of progress, both in individual and organizational contexts. But traditionally, productivity has been equated with efficiency — the ability to produce more output in less time or with fewer resources.
In workplaces, this has often meant clocking in long hours, meeting quotas or achieving specific measurable goals. The industrial revolution cemented this view, with the assembly line becoming a symbol of productivity. Over time, these metrics translated into office environments, where productivity was measured by hours worked, tasks completed or revenue generated. The emphasis was on tangible, quantifiable results, often at the expense of well-being and creativity.
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