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...people who work 80 hours a week not because they have to – but because they want to

Ugh, what a turnoff... please keep this (mostly) American silliness from other countries!

Also, if someone in your company is doing it and is being condoned, it's no longer a choice for others not to put in at least a little bit over 40 hours.

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I am not saying I condone it, it's just an example of the mentality, appreciation and willingness that people have and are willing to give you in return for things like a great American style working environment and company appreciation.

willing to give you in return for things like a great American style working environment and company appreciation.

That still sounds very subjective and working environment may not be what drives people. Also, what is an American-style working environment as compared to, say, a British or French working environment? I can understand differences between low/middle/high-income working cultures, but it's tough to paint all American workers with the same brush.

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