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Kevin O'Leary, Cerebras CEO blast work-life balance

Prominent business figures like Kevin O'Leary and Iñaki Ereño are publicly criticizing the concept of work-life balance, advocating instead for employees to prioritize dedication and go above and beyond in their roles. O'Leary specifically stated he hopes individuals seeking a strict 9-to-5 schedule work for his competitors, emphasizing that success comes from exceeding expectations rather than adhering to rigid job descriptions. This sentiment is echoed by Andrew Feldman of Cerebras, who finds the idea of achieving greatness with a 38-hour workweek AI

IMPACT Executives in the AI sector, like Cerebras CEO Andrew Feldman, are voicing strong opinions against work-life balance, suggesting a potential cultural shift in demanding higher commitment from employees.

RANK_REASON Multiple executives express strong opinions against work-life balance, framing it as a negative trait for employees.

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Kevin O'Leary, Cerebras CEO blast work-life balance

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  1. Fortune TIER_1 English(EN) · Sydney Lake ·

    Kevin O’Leary slams people who want work-life balance: ‘I hope they work for my competitors’

    The Shark Tank star says he wants employees who go above and beyond, but Gen Z workers say they'd take a $5,000 pay cut to keep that boundary.