The chief executive leader of two major tech ventures has discussed his work schedule and personal routines in detail during a television interview. He described a year of near-continuous work, stating that he had little to no vacation across twelve months. When asked about the amount of time he dedicates to work, he said that he does not expect others to follow the same pace. He estimated that there are probably only two or three days in a year when he does not engage in substantial work activities.
The executive noted that his daily routine includes around six hours of sleep. He acknowledged attempts to shorten sleep to free up more time, but ultimately chose to maintain longer waking hours to preserve a positive mood and energy during work commitments.
During the interview, he referenced a moment when he was staying at the headquarters of one of his companies in San Francisco, describing lying on a couch in the company library. He also recalled a personal milestone tied to the year 2018, mentioning that he spent his birthday overnight at the Tesla office and that his colleagues there did not include close friends or relatives in the office environment at that time.
Additionally, he addressed a policy-related topic by noting that a fully remote working option, described as judicially remote in a distant or hypothetical sense, was not appropriate for all staff. He argued that such an arrangement could be unfair to employees who cannot work from home due to the nature of their roles or company requirements, underscoring a belief in structured workplaces for certain job functions.
Overall, the remarks paint a portrait of a high-profile executive who prioritizes productivity and presence in the workplace, while also recognizing the personal and logistical challenges that come with leading large, multi-location organizations. (CNBC)