JOURNAL ARTICLE

Ex–Google CEO Eric Schmidt warns U.S. tech workers: Competing with China's grueling 12-hour workdays means sacrificing work-life balance.

  • Published In: Fortune.com, 2025. P. N.PAG 1 of 3

  • Database: Business Source Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Quiroz-Gutierrez, Marco 3 of 3

Abstract

The article discusses Eric Schmidt's concerns regarding the tech sector's competitiveness against China, particularly criticizing remote work practices. Schmidt, the former CEO of Google, argues that the U.S. tech industry must adopt a more rigorous work culture to compete effectively, referencing China's "996" work schedule, which entails working from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., six days a week. He believes that remote work is detrimental, especially for inexperienced young professionals who benefit from in-person interactions. The article also notes a trend in Silicon Valley startups adopting longer work hours, reflecting a shift towards a more demanding work environment. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Fortune.com. 2025/09, pN.PAG
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Biography
  • Publication Date:2025
  • Accession Number:188286984
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