Jeff Bezos, the founder of Amazon, once shocked the world by stating he doesn’t believe in the concept of work-life balance. According to him, the term is misleading as it implies that work and personal life must always be at odds. Instead, Bezos introduced the concept of work-life harmony, which he considers more realistic and meaningful.

In Bezos’ view, work and personal life should complement each other, not compete. He explained how positive energy from fulfilling work can enhance personal life, and conversely, happiness at home can boost workplace productivity. “If I’m happy at home, I come to the office with energy. If I’m productive at work, I go home feeling satisfied,” he said.

This concept doesn’t mean blurring the lines between work and life but finding ways for them to support each other. Bezos suggests focusing on efficiency, like prioritizing important tasks and cutting time on unproductive activities. Though controversial, this perspective reflects Bezos’ knack for innovative solutions, even in how we view life’s balance. Work-life harmony may not suit everyone, but it invites us to rethink how to live more harmoniously.