Smart Work Outsmarts Hard Work
It’s quite natural for many of us to feel like we’re only “working” when we physically invest energy into a task. Often, it’s not about one’s attitude or approach — it’s simply how we’ve been conditioned to perceive work, especially for those who grew up watching physical effort being glorified. This mindset has significantly influenced both our career choices and the way we perform our jobs. Thanks to the industrial shift prompted by the COVID-19 pandemic , the professional world was forced to evolve — quickly and radically. The silver lining? Flexible workspaces Adjustable work hours Dependence on digital tools Better preparedness for uncertainty More openness to adaptation and agility Today, smart work isn’t just a preference — it’s a survival strategy . Before jumping into execution mode, professionals benefit from pausing and asking: What is the impact of this task? Are there multiple ways to complete it? Does i...