Tesla, SpaceX, and Twitter CEO Elon Musk have changed his work-and-sleep habits. Musk, known for his sleep deprivation and long work hours, now prioritizes six hours of sleep every night.
He told CNBC’s [Name redacted] that he needs six hours of sleep to be productive and avoid mental pressure.
Experts’ advice matches Musk’s. The CDC recommends seven hours of sleep for most persons 18–60. The National Institutes of Health links sleep deprivation to heart disease, renal disease, high blood pressure, diabetes, stroke, obesity, and depression.
According to the CDC, prolonged wakefulness impairs cognition and mimics drunkenness.
Musk’s views reflect those of other successful businesspeople who value sleep. Bill Gates, long a workaholic, now sleeps seven hours a night. Former Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos agrees that eight hours of sleep is essential for energy and motivation.
Work-life balance is as important as sleep. Overworking raises the risk of heart disease and stroke. According to psychologist Adam Borland, heavy workloads damage relationships and impair job performance.
Musk works seven days a week and takes a few vacation days. He emphasizes work-life balance and vacations, but he does not expect his staff to follow his timetable.
Elon Musk now prioritizes at least six hours of sleep every night. Health professionals and business leaders support this reform. Musk appreciates the significance of work-life balance and does not force his work habits on his workers.
