Small Business
Employees spend 17 workdays a year appearing productive, report finds
Workers often exaggerate accomplishments and fake productivity, and managers frequently reward this behavior, according to Inc.
Nov 9, 2026, 1:21 PM
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Inc. reported that employees spend an estimated 17 workdays annually appearing productive rather than actually being productive.
The report highlights that workers broadcast every accomplishment, exaggerate their output, and sometimes fake productivity to appear busy.
Managers often reward these behaviors despite the lack of genuine productivity, according to the article.
This trend raises questions about workplace efficiency and management practices, as reported by Inc.
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