Pasu Decharin
Chulalongkorn Business School, Chulalongkorn University
Saranee Boonritthongchai
Google Thailand
In the management world, there is new thinking that counters our traditional belief. Working overload does not necessarily lead to higher productivity, but instead leisure or idle time spent wisely will result in greater productivity. It is widely accepted that in modern economies, ideas and innovation are critical for the success of both individuals and organizations. New findings through neuroscience have revealed that when we spent time in leisure, our brains are most active – parts of the brain light up and connect areas of the brain that do not typically communicate. A significant question lies in how organizations can create a working environment that balances work and leisure to create the most productive working atmosphere.
(Presented in the conference : 2017 Chulalongkorn Asian Heritage Forum : Culture of Leisure – Balance of Life, 7-8 August 2017, Mandarin Oriental Hotel, Bangkok, Thailand)