Source: Fortune
Summary
U.S. Polo’s CEO J. Michael Prince has learned the importance of work-life balance after years of overworking. He now leaves the office at 5:30 p.m. and doesn’t contact his team on weekends unless it’s urgent. Prince believes in respecting his team’s personal time and prioritize their well-being. He has also changed his own routine, waking up at 5:15 a.m. to work out and have breakfast with his family. Prince’s approach is in line with other CEOs, such as Netflix’s Marc Randolph, who prioritized his personal time to stay “sane” during his 30-year career.
Our Reading
The numbers tell one story. J. Michael Prince’s 90-hour workweeks and all-nighters are a thing of the past. Now, he’s working “smarter,” leaving the office at 5:30 p.m. and respecting his team’s weekends. Other CEOs, like Marc Randolph and Jamie Dimon, also prioritize work-life balance. Prince’s approach is a rare feat for a CEO of a 24/7 global brand. The toll of overworking is a lesson learned, and Prince is now focused on taking care of himself and his team.
Author: Evan Null
