The front page headline in a recent Washington Post was breathless: “These companies say AI is key to their four day workweeks. ” The subhead was euphoric: “Some companies are giving workers back more time as artificial intelligence takes over more tasks.” As the Post explained: “more companies may move toward a shortened workweek, several executives and researchers predict, as workers, especially those in younger generations, continue to push for better work life balance.” Hurray! Theres...
