Who says Work Hard Play Harder?

Stuart Snyder, President and COO of Cartoon Network has been named the 2012 Most Playful CEO. When it comes to playing on the job, Stuart Snyder has set a standard that’s tough to top. In fact, “work hard, play harder” is his motto.

Is work hard play hard real?

“People who work hard really do play hard,” says Aarssen. His results show that almost 40% of the data is explained by the link between accomplishment and leisure. Both were also correlated with mortality salience, which suggests that understanding death influences whether you’re motivated to succeed in life.

Is work hard play hard a cliche?

“Work hard, play hard” couldn’t have become the cliche it is today without people constantly saying, doing and supporting it. So what is so great about this mantra – and can this perspective really help people succeed in life when used in moderation?

What does it mean to work hard?

: constantly, regularly, or habitually engaged in earnest and energetic work : industrious, diligent a hardworking young woman “Our students have to be very hardworking and committed. They put in long hours. …”—

Is work hard play hard a mantra?

“Work hard, play harder” is the mantra by which many Penn students live. Let’s be honest: When we say “work hard, play harder,” we’re really saying “work hard, party harder.” Considering that Penn is often called the “Social Ivy,” it is unsurprising that this has become our mantra.

Why Working hard is important?

Through hard work we gain experience; it helps us discover many new things. This experience enables us to think smartly to solve a critical problem and achieve success. There is no shortcut to success. Hard work is the only key to achieving it; it teaches us discipline, dedication and determination.

How do you make yourself work harder?

Here are a few ideas to motivate yourself to work harder during the day:

  1. Break big goals into small tasks.
  2. Surround yourself with motivated people.
  3. Reward yourself.
  4. Give yourself breaks.
  5. Remember your “why.”
  6. Stay focused.
  7. Take care of yourself physically.
  8. Start your day with the most important task.