hustle culture

Definition

A set of cultural values glorifying constant work, grinding, and relentless self-improvement as the path to success, often at the expense of work-life balance and well-being.

Example Usage

She's trapped in hustle culture, working 60-hour weeks and still feeling like she's not doing enough.

Origin

Popularized in the 2010s as social media influencers and startup culture promoted the 'side hustle' and 'rise and grind' mentality.

Fun Fact

The backlash against hustle culture has spawned counter-movements like 'quiet quitting' and the 'lazy girl job' trend.

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