Zuckerberg's U-Turn and the Death of Tech Culture

Dan McKinley criticizes Mark Zuckerberg's recent about-face, arguing that his hostility towards employees and tolerance of hate speech on his platforms represent a 'boss revolt' against workers in the tech industry. He reflects on the once-popular 'happy workplace' culture in tech, such as hack weeks, rotations, and 20% time, arguing these weren't just perks, but tools to boost employee morale, foster knowledge sharing and innovation, ultimately increasing productivity. McKinley contends that prioritizing efficiency at the expense of employee happiness and engagement is short-sighted and ultimately detrimental to long-term company success. He suggests that a healthy, happy workforce is both an end in itself and a means to a more productive and innovative company.