The Smart Passive Income Online Business and Blogging Podcast

SPI 511: Why Thursday is the New Friday with Joe Sanok

Sep 29, 2021
In this engaging discussion, Joe Sanok, author of "Thursday is the New Friday" and host of "Practice of the Practice," shares his vision for a four-day workweek. He explores successful models from Iceland, where productivity soars without added hours. Joe emphasizes innovative time management strategies and the importance of balancing work with personal life. Personal experiences, including family health challenges, inspire his quest for meaningful work, urging listeners to embrace the present and value their time.
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ANECDOTE

Four-Day Workweek

  • Joe Sanok always prioritized a four-day workweek, starting with not taking Friday classes in college.
  • He negotiated a four-day workweek in his first job and continued this pattern.
INSIGHT

Workweek Origins

  • The seven-day week originated from the Babylonians and their limited understanding of celestial bodies.
  • The 40-hour workweek was instituted by Henry Ford in 1926 to boost car sales, not for productivity.
ADVICE

Optimize Brain Function

  • Avoid hustle culture; prioritize slowing down to optimize brain function for better work.
  • Short breaks can significantly improve focus and productivity, counteracting vigilance decrement.
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