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Työskenteellätyöskentellä is a neologistic Finnish term used to describe a mode of working characterized by continuous engagement with work tasks while being physically present at the workplace. The word functions as a compact portmanteau that evokes both the act of working and the workplace context, emphasizing ongoing action across tasks, tools, and locations during the workday. As a coined expression, it does not have one fixed definition, but rather a cluster of related practices in discussions about modern work culture.

Originating in late 2010s to early 2020s Finnish discourse, työskenteellätyöskentellä appears mainly in media, blogs, and organizational studies that examine shifts in productivity, task flow, and digital collaboration. It is often invoked to illustrate how work activities are stretched across spaces and devices, reflecting increasing flexibility and continuous task management in contemporary work life.

Usage and interpretation vary. Proponents view the term as a shorthand for maintaining task momentum and seamless transitions between activities, especially in environments with integrated digital tools and agile workflows. Critics warn that it may risk promoting multitasking, eroding boundaries between work and rest, and increasing cognitive load or burnout if not managed with clear boundaries and well-being considerations.

In practice, työskenteellätyöskentellä summaries a broader cultural trend toward pervasive workpresence and fluid task handling. While not universally adopted or standardized, the term captures discussions about how technology, workspace design, and organizational norms shape the way people work in the modern economy. Related concepts include multitasking, deep work, and flexible work arrangements.