{"id":172589,"date":"2025-09-26T17:45:44","date_gmt":"2025-09-26T17:45:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/its-about-whether-the-bosses-actually-create-the-schedules-that-affect-their-employees\/"},"modified":"2025-09-26T17:45:46","modified_gmt":"2025-09-26T17:45:46","slug":"its-about-whether-the-bosses-actually-create-the-schedules-that-affect-their-employees","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/its-about-whether-the-bosses-actually-create-the-schedules-that-affect-their-employees\/","title":{"rendered":"It\u2019s about whether the bosses actually create the schedules that affect their employees."},"content":{"rendered":"\n

The debate on \u00a0working hours\u00a0 in \u00a0Spain\u00a0 has surged to the forefront once again, particularly following remarks made by \u00a0Antonio Garamendi\u00a0, the president of the CEOE, during the Forbes Spain Economic Summit<\/a>. He made a case for the \u00a0culture of effort\u00a0, defending a rigorous work ethic in response to recent proposals aimed at reducing working hours. Garamendi posed a provocative question: “Do you think Carlitos [Alcaraz] works 37 and a half hours a week? No. It is the culture of effort, to suffer, to know what you lose and what you want.” This statement raises significant questions about the work culture in Spain and echoes a larger conversation about employee rights versus business practices.<\/p>\n

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Garamendi’s assertions align with the ongoing resistance among many business leaders against legislative efforts to reduce the workday, which Congress recently rejected. What was particularly startling was his reluctance to disclose whether he personally works more than the legal limit of \u00a040 hours per week\u00a0, leaving the audience to ponder the true nature of executive work-life balance.<\/p>\n

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Reactions to Garamendi’s Statements<\/h2>\n

The comparisons drawn by Garamendi between \u00a0Carlos Alcaraz\u00a0, an elite professional tennis player, and everyday employees have sparked fierce backlash from both the Ministry of Labor and various unions. \u00a0Yolanda D\u00edaz\u00a0, the second vice president and Minister of Labor, has vehemently criticized Garamendi’s remarks, suggesting he displays a certain \u00a0machismo\u00a0 and is disconnected from the realities of working 40 hours a week. D\u00edaz stated, “I will not allow those who earn 25 times the minimum wage to lecture us about reducing working hours.” This sentiment underscores a growing divide between business magnates and the working class regarding expectations of labor.<\/p>\n

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\u00a0Pepe \u00c1lvarez\u00a0, general secretary of the UGT, echoed this criticism, labeling Garamendi’s comments as “unfair, provocative, populist, and surrealist.” He pointed out the pressing issue of how young people in Spain are working harder than ever merely to make ends meet, underscoring a profound disconnect between high-level executives and the average worker’s plight.<\/p>\n

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Beyond the Working Day<\/h2>\n

Further contextualizing the tension surrounding work hours, data from the \u00a0Active Population Survey (EPA)\u00a0 reveals that Spanish employees are working substantial amounts of overtime. In the last year, employees logged approximately \u00a07,009,800 hours\u00a0 of overtime, a slight rise from \u00a06,935,300 hours\u00a0 in the preceding year. Alarmingly, nearly \u00a02,821,300 hours\u00a0 of this were unpaid overtime, indicating that many workers are sacrificing hours that go uncompensated. A \u00a0CCOO report\u00a0 from September 2024 outlines that this excess of unpaid hours could have facilitated the creation of around \u00a062,880 full-time jobs\u00a0, highlighting a systemic problem within the workforce.<\/p>\n

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How Long Do Bosses Work?<\/h2>\n

While there are myriad statistics detailing the working hours of employees, there is a notable \u00a0lack of transparency\u00a0 regarding the work hours of bosses and company owners. Frequently, when queried about their working hours, executives claim they work “24 hours a day,” often exaggerating their time commitment. However, findings from an investigation conducted by the London School of Economics<\/a> indicate that CEOs who assert they work \u00a0over 55 hours per week\u00a0 might only engage in about \u00a035 hours\u00a0 of tangible, productive work. The remaining hours tend to be consumed by personal activities, leisure, and non-work events.<\/p>\n

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The Work Perception Bias<\/h2>\n

The distortion in self-perception about the number of hours spent working is significant in both employees and managers. According to a study by the Bureau of Labor Statistics<\/a> in the U.S., self-reported work hours may be overestimated by as much as \u00a010%\u00a0. This discrepancy can exacerbate the existing narratives surrounding the need for rigorous work, especially in environments like Spain, where cultural expectations may lead to exaggerated claims about work commitment.<\/p>\n

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In \u00a0Silicon Valley\u00a0, the tendency for executives to romanticize overwork has cultivated a culture where working 80 to 100 hours per week is often touted as a badge of honor. Yet, this brings up questions about what proportion of those hours truly contribute to productivity. The \u00a0“996” work schedule\u00a0\u2014which entails working from 9 AM to 9 PM, six days a week\u2014has been criticized for its sustainability.<\/p>\n

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In this contentious environment, the need for a \u00a0work-life balance\u00a0 is interwoven with employee rights and corporate responsibilities. The conversation around the working hours in Spain, catalyzed by Garamendi’s remarks, is emblematic of a wider struggle between preserving corporate profits and prioritizing employee well-being.<\/p>\n

As these discussions unfold, it will be imperative for all stakeholders to engage in an earnest dialogue that not only recognizes the value of hard work but also advocates for a humane and supportive workplace.<\/p>\n


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