Overtime can harm company culture. When people willingly work late, it can normalise over time. More people will feel obliged to stay late, and resentment can follow.
People that continually work late suggest that the productive output is valued above being human. Employees have families, friends and other interests. Good management will recognise the importance of these aspects.
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