In the past month, news outlets including USA Today, The Washington Post + CNN have featured articles that examine the idea of a four-day workweek.

Even if you love your work, an extra day off might sound appealing. So, what’s all the talk about, exactly? Let us summarize for ya. 👇

Fast Facts

The four-day workweek concept is slowly catching on in the United States, but niche industries in Europe have advocated for it for much of the past decade.
Companies are accomplishing the four-day workweek with varying game plans. Some simply shorten it to 32 hours, while others ask employees to work 10-hour days.
Offering a four-day workweek, which advocates say allows for more freedom, flexibility + balance, may help employers attract talent.
Some critics warn that cramming five days of work into four creates more stress, and longer days could mean more risk of injury

Who’s tried it + how did it work?

A Seattle-based design + marketing CEO had employees work four 10-hour days, which resulted in increased energy, efficiency and a 25% boost in productivity.
A Belgian nonprofit director cut the workweek to 30 hours, allowing Fridays off + employees reported that the change allowed them to pursue hobbies or spend more time with family.
A New Zealand estate management firm reduced the workweek to 32 hours, saw no change in job performance, but employees reported better work-life balance, less stress and overall better work satisfaction.
A U.S. tech HR firm tried the four-day work week + failed to keep up with competition, so reverted back to five days.

What are NOOGANS saying?

We asked you all to weigh in and we got dozens of comments. 👇 Check some out below + continue the convo on Facebook + Instagram.

“That would work for some businesses but not all businesses. I work in marketing and we have to keep an eye on our clients accounts every day of the week…” — Victoria G.

“I love my four day work week.” — @missydmickle

“All for it. I think the 40 hour work week is outdated and ridiculous anyway. It’s one of the reasons I quit a traditional job to pursue freelancing. :)” — @clevergirldigital

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