I work any hours I want basically, I just have to show up to weekly meetings. But I work for a startup where the success of the business is linked to my efforts. So it behooves me to eat a quick lunch and return to work.
It's the same with my vacation. In my agreement it said "vacation: as you see fit". I hope to use that the same way, responsibly.
It's not for everyone obviously. Some people don't work the same way and will take advantage.
> So it behooves me to eat a quick lunch and return to work.
As you stated, it's not for everyone. I went from a position with a mandatory half hour lunch to one where I had an optional lunch up to an hour long. I find that I'm much more productive when I take a full hour for lunch, and then stay an extra half hour after when I would normally leave. It really breaks up my day, and time doesn't seem to drag on towards the end of the day.
It also helps that I live close to work, so I can go home and play with my dog for a while. She has really good ideas, and has helped me get through some conundrums.
It's the same with my vacation. In my agreement it said "vacation: as you see fit". I hope to use that the same way, responsibly.
It's not for everyone obviously. Some people don't work the same way and will take advantage.