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It's a great incentive to work long hours. I limit the…

“It's a great incentive to work long hours. I limit the holiday to two weeks and then get the hell back to the office. If I had my choice I wouldn't take holidays but my wife insists on time with the kids. That's enough. Prior to getting married I never took a holiday.” quote by Michael O'Leary
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“It's a great incentive to work long hours. I limit the holiday to two weeks and then get the hell back to the office. If I had my choice I wouldn't take holidays but my wife insists on time with the kids. That's enough. Prior to getting married I never took a holiday.”

Michael O'Leary

About This Quote

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

He values long hours, minimal holidays, but his wife wants family time.

In simple terms: He works long, limits holidays.

Key Takeaway

Balance work with family.

Themes

work family culture

Mood

critical thoughtful

Type

leadership culture

When to use this quote

  • project management
  • family scheduling
  • employee welfare

Key Concepts

productivity work-life balance leadership

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can leaders model healthy balance?
  • What policies support family time?
A Different Perspective

Family demands may affect health.

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