Chapter 1. Where's My Personal Time and Space?
Compartmentalizing strengthens boundaries.
Being accessible dissolves them.
Should work and private spheres be bound or fluid?
I can work anywhere, anytime, day or night. I'm in control. I'm always accessible. I'm never off duty. I'm not in control.
Some people enjoy fluid lines between work and their personal lives because they find it interesting, lively, and efficient. They try to achieve balance in their lives by dissolving boundaries among their commitments because they think that lets them use their time better and get more done in both spheres. Although that means they're always accessible, they feel in control because they're always in contact.
Other people gain control because they're really good ...
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