Parkinson’s Law Vs Narayana Murthy’s 70-Hour Work Week
In today’s fast-paced world, we often hear about the need to be more productive, especially in our jobs. One voice that stands out is of Narayana Murthy, co-founder of Infosys, who talks about the benefits of working 70 hours a week. But let’s be honest: do we really need to work that much to be successful? Or can we achieve our goals without burning ourselves out? The answer lies in Parkinson’s Law , which tells us that “work expands to fill the time available for its completion.” Let’s dive into how we can use this idea to work smarter—not harder! What is Parkinson’s Law? Imagine this: you have a whole day to write a report. You tell yourself there’s no rush, and suddenly, you find yourself scrolling through social media or daydreaming instead of working. That’s Parkinson’s Law at play! The more time you give yourself, the longer the task seems to take. Time Matters : When you have a lot of time, you might waste it. But when you set a shorter deadline, you’re more likely to g...