In our current economy 50 to 70 hour work weeks are not uncommon. However in a less manufacturing based economy where ideas and creativity are more important than time spent in the office, we may actually be doing ourselves a disservice. This holds especially true for women who still maintain the bulk share of the household duties, and may find themselves withdrawing from the corporate world because it no longer gives them the freedom to have a life outside of work.
To learn more, check out the link below to an article by Christa Dubill of KSHB who talks further about the downsides to a long workweek, and what it could mean for both women and men.