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The key insights from this article are that many employees are becoming less interested in after-work socializing and are prioritizing a work-life balance. They are adopting a stricter attitude towards their work schedules and are choosing to clock out and avoid socializing with co-workers. Corporate event planners are facing pushback for fall activities and weekend work-related functions. This shift in attitude is attributed to a desire to draw thicker lines between work and personal life.
Original article: 5:01 and Done: No One Wants to Schmooze After Work
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