Elon Musk is back in wartime mode — 7 days a week, sleeping in the office, no breaks

Elon Musk is once again pushing himself to the limit. The tech billionaire has captured significant attention for his unique approach to work.

In a recent post on X, the billionaire revealed that he has returned to sleeping at work and working seven-day weeks. From Tesla to SpaceX to AI projects, Musk is in full "wartime mode," as per a report.

What is "wartime mode"?

Musk coined the phrase "wartime mode" to refer to times of extreme concentration and ceaseless work during pivotal stages at his businesses, and he used it to describe himself in a post on X on Sunday.

He admitted that it is painful but necessary. The billionaire's extreme work ethic continues to elicit admiration and criticism from the tech community.

How extreme is Elon Musk’s current work schedule?

Apparently, Elon Musk is back to working non-stop, sleeping in the office, and setting a good example for Tesla, SpaceX, and X due to new AI and government venture demands.

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The Tesla CEO posted an old video in which he reflected on the toll that has been taken on him by his work life. Musk acknowledged the pain and harm of the routine, saying, "No one should put these many hours into work. This is not good. This is very painful. It hurts my brain and my heart.”



Elon Musk has previously maintained a rigorous work schedule. When necessary, the billionaire has acknowledged in multiple interviews that he works tirelessly.

According to Musk's 2018 interview with CBS' 60 Minutes, during Tesla's Model 3 production problem, he took on the difficult task of working 120 hours per week. He claimed that he set an example by sleeping on the manufacturing floor during that time as well, as per a report.

How does this affect his employees?

Elon Musk's relentless work ethic encompasses not only himself but also his employees. He compelled staff to work "extended hours at high intensity" or face consequences following the acquisition of Twitter in 2022. The San Francisco Department of Building Inspection initiated an investigation following reports that Twitter's San Francisco office had been converted into temporary dormitories.

Musk criticized local officials for their activities, asserting that instead of safeguarding children from fentanyl, the city of San Francisco targets firms that offer accommodations for fatigued workers.

His crew at the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), he reportedly claimed, similarly adhered to a 120-hour workweek, outperforming "bureaucratic opponents" who only put in 40 hours.

FAQs

Why is Elon Musk sleeping in his office again?
Elon Musk says he is in "wartime mode," working nonstop across multiple companies during critical periods.

Has Elon Musk done this before?
In 2018, during Tesla's Model 3 crisis, he worked 120-hour weeks and slept on the factory floor.