“The idea that working longer equals working smarter or creating more value is completely false,” he said. “The most forward thinking and successful companies are realizing that giving employees more time to be creative and connected to other things besides their job creates a better and more productive employee. Ryan just had the courage to go and do that.”
Some Treehouse workers are still adjusting to the schedule. “My kids are grown, so I feel a little guilty, like I don’t deserve the time off,” said Nancy King, head of recruiting. “And I don’t have any hobbies, because coming off a grueling work environment, I didn’t have time for any for so long.”
Carson understands the pull of work, especially when you’re passionate about what you do.
“I love my work and I could work crazy hours. But the kids are growing up fast,” he said. “And when I sit down and imagine my gravestone — what do I want it to be about? Metrics and money? Or relationships. It’s really that simple.”
