Facing it!

"Face time", a concept devoid of any real logic, yet so often adhered to for the sake of ego, either your bosses or your own.

Coming into the office before you boss and leaving after them is nothing more than showmanship. Of course, having a successful career in many Asian cities could be difficult without it. But for the rest of us, let's get real!

Do your job. Do it well. And let your output speak for itself. If you're getting things done better than anybody else, can you honestly see your boss caring whether you leave at 5pm or at 7pm? Focus on the quality of your output, and not the amount of your input, and you are part way towards a better balance.