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Working It

Are Fridays dead?

Aug 29, 2023
Explore the trend of office workers opting to work from home on Fridays. Hear experts discuss the future of work and the quietness of Fridays in the office. Learn about the shift towards longer weekends and remote work, and the importance of finishing early on Fridays for better performance and wellbeing. Discover how Fridays in the office have transformed since the pandemic.
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Quick takeaways

  • Fridays have become the popular choice for working from home, with office workers across the world opting for this day to avoid commuting and enjoy a long weekend.
  • The transition to remote work on Fridays does raise questions about productivity and work habits, but data indicates that employees often make up for any time lost on Fridays by working longer hours on other days or during evenings and weekends.

Deep dives

Fridays as the New Work-From-Home Days

Fridays have become the popular choice for working from home, with office workers across the world opting for this day to avoid commuting and enjoy a long weekend. The shift from in-office work on Fridays to remote work has been driven by various factors, including the desire for a more flexible schedule and a sense of rebellion against employers. Additionally, technology advancements and the rise of younger, more remote-friendly companies have contributed to this trend. The data suggests that Fridays now have the lowest office occupancy rates, with only around 20% of office workers in the office on this day. This shift in work patterns is unlikely to reverse anytime soon and might even lead to an increase in overall work-from-home levels in the future.

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