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Martha Stewart dismisses work-life balance as a myth, citing demanding schedule

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Martha Stewart, a prominent lifestyle mogul, has stated that the concept of work-life balance is a myth, asserting that achieving perfect equilibrium is unrealistic. She believes that life events inevitably disrupt any semblance of balance, and even at 85, she maintains a demanding schedule that includes early morning work on various projects, including an AI startup. Stewart's perspective is echoed by TIAA CEO Thasunda Brown Duckett and former President Barack Obama, who also suggest that periods of intense focus are often necessary for success, challenging the notion of a consistently balanced life. AI

IMPACT Suggests that even high achievers like Martha Stewart are involved in AI startups, indicating its growing integration into diverse business ventures.

RANK_REASON Opinion piece from a notable figure discussing a common life philosophy.

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Martha Stewart dismisses work-life balance as a myth, citing demanding schedule

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  1. Fortune TIER_1 English(EN) · Preston Fore ·

    Martha Stewart says people need to get through their ‘thick skulls’ that there’s ‘no such thing as balance’—even at 85 she still starts work at 7 a.m.

    The multimillionaire lifestyle mogul Martha Stewart says she’s jealous of people who achieve work-life balance—but suspects their lives are boring.

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