Algorithmic management strips away human agency. Workers are treated as mere variables in a math problem, expected to perform with robotic consistency. Sabotage becomes a way to reclaim a sense of control over one's own time and body. Information Asymmetry
—a necessary act of self-defense against invasive surveillance (e.g., protecting your face from surveillance The Power Imbalance: algorithmic sabotage work
Many workplace algorithms use gamification—badges, streaks, and leaderboards—to push employees to work harder. Workers simply play the game by its own rules, finding loopholes and exploits to win rewards without burning out. 🏢 The Impact on Businesses and Leadership Algorithmic management strips away human agency