Long hours, an excessive workload, and a lack of sleep have become a badge of honour for modern professionals. But it should be a mark of stupidity, the authors argue. Sadly, this isnÕt just a problem for large organizations-individuals, contractors, and solopreneurs are burning themselves out the same way. The answer to better productivity isnÕt more hours-itÕs less waste and fewer things that induce distraction and persistent stress. ItÕs time to stop celebrating crazy and start celebrating calm.