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In praise of idleness

David Megginson (Research Fellow, Sheffield Business School, Sheffield Hallam University, Sheffield, UK)

Career Development International

ISSN: 1362-0436

Article publication date: 1 July 1996

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Abstract

Presents a model of “idleness” as a graceful and effective mental state for the execution of purposeful work. Uses examples from members of an open space conference, who described what they were offering. Reflects on the place of idleness in society, including the stress associated with some having too much work and others too little.

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Megginson, D. (1996), "In praise of idleness", Career Development International, Vol. 1 No. 4, pp. 42-44. https://doi.org/10.1108/13620439610124684

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MCB UP Ltd

Copyright © 1996, MCB UP Limited

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