Work Fatigue Linked to Corporate Culture in Brazil

Early in the year many Brazilian workers report feeling exhausted, a condition the article describes as a collective, structural phenomenon rather than an individual shortcoming. Drawing on the ideas of philosopher Byung‑Chul Han, it characterises contemporary society as a "performance society" where individuals continuously push themselves, mistaking relentless productivity for freedom.

The piece argues that corporate practices—aggressive targets, constant availability, and a lack of autonomy or recognition—fuel this fatigue. Leadership is highlighted as a key factor; managers who perpetuate a culture of perpetual urgency amplify the sense of exhaustion, turning work into a meaningless routine rather than a purposeful activity.

The analysis calls for a reassessment of goal‑setting and a more humane approach to work that restores meaning, autonomy, and balance for employees.