39-year-old startup founder works 11 hours daily but still finds time for family and fitness: His secret will change how you see work-life balance
Published on: Nov. 2, 2025, 4:29 p.m. | Source: The Economic Times
Desmond Lim, 39, CEO and founder of Workstream, manages 11-hour workdays while maintaining balance through discipline and structure. He emphasized the importance of finding ones rhythm, starting his days with 90 minutes of exercise and dedicating weekends to family. Inspired by Paul Grahams “dual schedule,” Lim blends meetings with deep work and believes pursuing passions like sports keeps him energized, focused, and mentally resilient.
