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Work-life balance seems like it wouldn't be controversial, but some of the world's biggest business leaders aren't big fans of the term.
  • Over the years, CEOs and business leaders have shared their thoughts on the idea of work-life balance.
  • Some aren't a fan of the phrase and think workers should take a different approach to navigating work and life.
  • Jeff Bezos, for example, thinks the relationship between work and life is a "circle" instead.

You wouldn't necessarily think the phrase "work-life balance" would be controversial.

But while some people view it as an important equilibrium to maintain, some CEOs outright hate it or call it a "lie."

Here are some of top business execs' hottest takes on work-life balance: