This chapter explores the shift from a traditional five-day work week to a four-day format within an organization, driven by essentialism principles. The speaker outlines the experimentation conducted during the summer of 2020 and details the structured approach taken to foster collaboration and optimize productivity. By redefining workplace communication and prioritizing essential tasks, they share insights on transforming work culture and enhancing efficiency.
Banks Benitez (Co-Founder and CEO, Uncharted) tells us how his organization has transitioned from experiment to execution of a four-day workweek. He and Greg go into detail on the challenges involved, the advantages in prioritizing the larger context of life outside work, and the importance of Essentialism in navigating the ongoing journey.
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