Joann Vanek argued back in 1974 that even though we have new household devices such as dishwashers, the time spent on housework had not changed over the past half-century. The key question is what impact time-saving devices have?
🤖 In the ongoing AI discussions, it is often argued that AI tools will help us by taking over low-level admin tasks and freeing up time for more high-level work.
🙌 I think this sounds great!
😫 When stressed, I don't want to spend my time on low-level tasks such as reporting budget numbers that need to be filed just in time for finance. On the other hand, it can be quite relaxing to spend some time on easy, low-level tasks. When doing so, I get the feeling of doing important work (feeding my action bias), while half-resting my brain for more cognitively challenging tasks, such as a deep discussion with a team member.
🕰️ Cal Newport suggests that most people can sustain about 4 hours of deep focus work per day, although this can vary depending on the individual. It's less than a full work day for sure.
❓ Will you have the courage to accept a workday without low-level admin tasks and work only 4 hours? or will it be as in the case with housework (and other automation in knowledge work) that you continue working 8-10 hours per day with a mix of high-level and new types of low-level work?
Old question, but a new context, exciting to see how it will develop this time 🙂
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