A recent study of a mid‑size technology firm found that while artificial intelligence tools enable employees to accomplish more tasks, they also expand work expectations, leading to longer hours and heightened stress. Workers reported that the extra capacity freed by AI was quickly filled with additional responsibilities, blurring the line between work and personal time. The research aligns with other findings that suggest modest productivity gains from AI do not translate into reduced workload, raising concerns about burnout and the true impact of AI on employee wellbeing. Read more →

Google is introducing a new Gemini-driven scheduling assistant called “Help me schedule,” rolling out Tuesday within Gmail and Google Calendar. The tool detects meeting requests in email drafts and offers suggested time slots based on the user’s calendar and the conversation context. Users can fine‑tune the suggestions and insert them directly into the email, streamlining one‑to‑one meeting coordination. The feature arrives as part of Google’s broader push to embed Gemini AI across its productivity suite, promising quicker, AI‑enhanced scheduling for everyday work. Read more →

A recent Twilio study shows that nearly half of employees prioritize distraction‑free focus time, with many asking employers to schedule formal digital downtime. Younger workers are especially keen on quiet periods, often preferring Fridays to wrap up the week. While AI tools are enhancing productivity across workplaces, the data suggests that employees still crave uninterrupted hours to complete meaningful tasks. Companies are being urged to balance AI‑driven efficiency with structured periods of reduced digital interaction to improve workplace culture and retain talent. Read more →

A recent Twilio study shows that nearly half of employees prioritize distraction‑free focus time, with many asking employers to schedule formal digital downtime. Younger workers are especially keen on quiet periods, often preferring Fridays to wrap up the week. While AI tools are enhancing productivity across workplaces, the data suggests that employees still crave uninterrupted hours to complete meaningful tasks. Companies are being urged to balance AI‑driven efficiency with structured periods of reduced digital interaction to improve workplace culture and retain talent. Read more →

A recent Twilio study shows that nearly half of employees prioritize distraction‑free focus time, with many asking employers to schedule formal digital downtime. Younger workers are especially keen on quiet periods, often preferring Fridays to wrap up the week. While AI tools are enhancing productivity across workplaces, the data suggests that employees still crave uninterrupted hours to complete meaningful tasks. Companies are being urged to balance AI‑driven efficiency with structured periods of reduced digital interaction to improve workplace culture and retain talent. Read more →

A recent Twilio study shows that nearly half of employees prioritize distraction‑free focus time, with many asking employers to schedule formal digital downtime. Younger workers are especially keen on quiet periods, often preferring Fridays to wrap up the week. While AI tools are enhancing productivity across workplaces, the data suggests that employees still crave uninterrupted hours to complete meaningful tasks. Companies are being urged to balance AI‑driven efficiency with structured periods of reduced digital interaction to improve workplace culture and retain talent. Read more →

A recent Twilio study shows that nearly half of employees prioritize distraction‑free focus time, with many asking employers to schedule formal digital downtime. Younger workers are especially keen on quiet periods, often preferring Fridays to wrap up the week. While AI tools are enhancing productivity across workplaces, the data suggests that employees still crave uninterrupted hours to complete meaningful tasks. Companies are being urged to balance AI‑driven efficiency with structured periods of reduced digital interaction to improve workplace culture and retain talent. Read more →