Enter the number of tasks and the average time per task into the calculator to determine the total invisible labor in hours. Invisible labor refers to the unpaid and often unacknowledged work that is done in various contexts.
Invisible Labor Formula
The following formula is used to calculate the invisible labor:
IL = (NT * TPT) / 60
Variables:
- IL is the invisible labor (hours)
- NT is the number of tasks
- TPT is the average time per task (minutes)
To calculate the invisible labor, multiply the number of tasks by the average time per task and then divide by 60 to convert the result into hours.
What is Invisible Labor?
Invisible labor is the work that is not typically recognized or compensated, often because it is done in the private sphere, such as household chores or caregiving. It can also include emotional labor, such as managing the emotional needs of others, and cognitive labor, such as planning and organizing. Recognizing and quantifying invisible labor can help in understanding the contributions of individuals that are often overlooked.
How to Calculate Invisible Labor?
The following steps outline how to calculate the Invisible Labor.
- First, determine the number of tasks (NT).
- Next, determine the average time per task (TPT) in minutes.
- Use the formula IL = (NT * TPT) / 60 to calculate the invisible labor in hours.
- Finally, calculate the Invisible Labor (IL).
- After inserting the variables and calculating the result, check your answer with the calculator above.
Example Problem :
Use the following variables as an example problem to test your knowledge.
Number of tasks (NT) = 15
Average time per task (TPT) = 30 minutes
