The Corporate Treadmill: Is Success Worth the Cost?
We've all heard the grumbles, the whispered anxieties, the barely-concealed resentment towards corporate culture. It's a ubiquitous force, shaping our days, demanding our attention, and often leaving us feeling drained and disconnected from the very things that make life worth living. But what exactly are we achieving through this relentless pursuit of corporate 'success'? And why does it often feel so profoundly unfair? Let's start by dissecting the 'achievement' itself. On the surface, it's tangible: increased profits for shareholders, innovative products hitting the market, market share expansion. These are the metrics plastered across annual reports and celebrated in company-wide emails. But scratch beneath the surface, and you often find a less palatable truth: that these achievements are built on the backs of individuals pushed to their breaking points, sacrificing personal well-being for the perceived greater good of the company. Why is this so...