From July: Iceland tested a 4-day workweek. Employees were productive — and happier, researchers say. washingtonpost.com/business/2021/…
The trials found a shorter work week translated into increased employee well-being among a range of indicators, from stress to health and work-life balance.
These issues have become more pressing as reports of burnout have risen amid the pandemic. washingtonpost.com/business/2021/…
These issues have become more pressing as reports of burnout have risen amid the pandemic. washingtonpost.com/business/2021/…
Participants in the trials said the work-time reductions allowed them to run errands, participate in home duties, exercise and spend quality time with family and friends.
This shift often translated into less stress at home and wider social well-being. wapo.st/2T0ZRlA
This shift often translated into less stress at home and wider social well-being. wapo.st/2T0ZRlA
A reduction in hours meant workers and managers were constantly rethinking how tasks could be completed more efficiently.
One participant said his co-workers shortened meetings and sometimes avoided them altogether by sending information electronically. washingtonpost.com/business/2021/…
One participant said his co-workers shortened meetings and sometimes avoided them altogether by sending information electronically. washingtonpost.com/business/2021/…
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