non-productive labor
/nɒn prɒdʌktɪv ˈleɪbər/ · non.prod.uctive.lab.or
noun
- Work or activities that do not contribute to the production of goods or services. The non-productive labor of maintaining a company's social media presence can be a significant expense for small businesses.
- Tasks or duties that are not essential to the core functions of an organization. The non-productive labor of attending unnecessary meetings can be a major time-waster for employees.
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Did you know? The concept of non-productive labor has been studied extensively in the field of economics, particularly in the context of labor economics and organizational behavior.