If the current trend continues without structural change, what is likely to happen to the 'effective working lifespan'?

Answer

It will feel truncated by illness or exhaustion originating from the job itself.

Without changes like mandated shorter workweeks or stronger protections, the period where a professional is truly capable and energetic enough to perform will be shortened by health consequences caused by overwork.

If the current trend continues without structural change, what is likely to happen to the 'effective working lifespan'?
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