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“48 percent intentionally decreased their work effort, • 47 percent intentionally decreased the time spent at work, • 38 percent intentionally decreased the quality of their work, • 80 percent lost work time worrying about the incident, • 63 percent lost work time avoiding the” quote by Christine Porath
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““48 percent intentionally decreased their work effort, • 47 percent intentionally decreased the time spent at work, • 38 percent intentionally decreased the quality of their work, • 80 percent lost work time worrying about the incident, • 63 percent lost work time avoiding the””

Christine Porath

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Workplace inefficiencies arise from intentional reductions in effort, time, and quality, plus time lost to worry and avoidance.

In simple terms: Intentional slacking harms productivity.

Key Takeaway

Address underlying causes of disengagement.

Themes

productivity workplace behavior efficiency engagement

Mood

analytical concerned

Type

practical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • team management
  • HR policy
  • process improvement
  • employee well‑being

Key Concepts

organizational psychology behavioral economics stress management

Questions to Reflect On

  • What motivates intentional reductions?
  • How can leadership foster accountability?
A Different Perspective

Addressing symptoms without root causes may fail.

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