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Revolutionizing Productivity: The Pros and Cons of Implementing a 4-Day Workweek in Your Company
The 4-day workweek has long been a topic of debate among professionals. Some companies have adopted this system and have seen success, while others have failed. However, what is the effectiveness of the 4-day workweek culture?
Studies conducted by the University of Auckland have found that employees who work 4 days a week tend to be healthier, happier, and more productive than those who work 5 days a week. Studies conducted by the University of Oxford have also found that employees who work 4 days a week tend to be more productive than those who work 5 days a week, although they work longer hours in a shorter time frame.
New Zealand-based technology company, Perpetual Guardian, adopted the 4-day workweek system in 2018 and found that employee productivity increased by 20%. Similarly, UK-based consulting company, The 4-Day Week Company, adopted the 4-day workweek system in 2019 and found that employee productivity increased by 40%. However, Australian retail company, Myer, failed after attempting to adopt the 4-day workweek system in 2009 due to difficulties in managing work schedules and employees feeling more stressed.
