Today, Explained The four-day workweek
Sep 2, 2021
Join Anna North, a senior correspondent at Vox and author of 'Outlawed,' as she dives into the shift in work culture ignited by the pandemic. She explores the increasing push for a four-day workweek, highlighting studies like Iceland's that show enhanced productivity and well-being. The conversation touches on the implications of the 'Great Resignation' and how workers are now prioritizing purpose over mere paychecks. North emphasizes the need for systemic changes like universal healthcare to support this new way of working.
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Extra Day Off
- Vox Media CEO Jim Bankoff gave employees an extra day off.
- He acknowledged the hard work during the pandemic and the difficulties of coordinating schedules.
The Great Resignation
- The pandemic changed work attitudes, leading to the "Great Resignation".
- Millions quit their jobs, seeking better work-life balance and purpose.
Origins of Job Ideals
- American job ideals originated from labor activists fighting for better conditions, including shorter work weeks and overtime pay.
- The Fair Labor Standards Act of the 1930s enshrined some of these reforms into law.
