Have A Good Day!《祝你有美好的一天！》

2021

Beverage label on notebook

13 x 21 cm (5.12 x 8.27 inches) each

Have A Good Day! is a collection of beverage labels Zhang documented from January 1 to December 31, 2021. These stickers are collected from the coffee and bubble tea she consumed throughout the year, symbolize a facet of Chinese work culture. This culture often embraces overwork and excessive dedication, normalizing the sacrifice of personal time for the job. Employees typically start their day with coffee, known as "energy water," and continue with bubble tea, or "happy water," in the afternoon to sustain their productivity. This documentation not only reflects the pressures and routines embedded in the daily grind but also suggests a reflection on the impact of such a work culture on individual well-being and work-life balance.