Productivity theater refers to performative tasks that create an illusion of hard work without real output—like excessive calendar blocking or organizing tools. It’s often used to manage perceptions in remote or corporate settings. Managers benefit from visible activity, while employees may adopt it to avoid accountability. Ultimately, it wastes time and undermines genuine efficiency.
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