"Google's Internal Memo Reveals Extended Work Hours for Employees"

An internal memo from Google's "People Operations" team revealed that the average Google employee works longer than a typical 9-to-5 workday, refuting earlier reports of light workloads. The memo stated that compressed work weeks, where employees work fewer hours on more days, are not realistic due to the already long hours worked by employees. Google allows employees to apply for 60% or 80% full-time schedules, but compressed work weeks are not as flexible or compatible with team schedules. The company has faced public backlash for its recruiting tactics and corporate perks, but some companies in the tech industry have started dialing back on these perks.