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[Replay] We Adopted a 4-Day Workweek - Tash Walker

Oct 30, 2023
Tash Walker, founder of a firm, shares how implementing a four-day workweek improved relationships and productivity. Clients didn't even notice the change and were impressed with the prioritization of people. The firm saw increased revenues, decreased absenteeism, doubled clients, and improved referrals. The podcast explores the fascination of human behavior, redefining work in professional services, the benefits of a four-day workweek, the importance of rest for creativity, understanding contradictions in human behavior, and exploring new ways of working.
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  • Implementing a four-day work week can lead to improved productivity, increased revenue, and healthier work-life balance.
  • Reevaluating the relationship between work and productivity is essential, emphasizing the importance of rest, creativity, and quality work over constant availability and long hours.

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The Benefits of a Four-Day Work Week

The podcast episode features an interview with Tash Walker, founder of a London-based organization called the Mix, which implemented a four-day work week for its employees. The move was motivated by a desire to address the high levels of stress and lack of work-life balance experienced by many in the workplace. The organization conducted a three-month trial period and found that employees became more productive, experienced improved mental well-being, and took 75% fewer sick days. Revenue also increased by 57%. The shift to a shorter work week allowed employees to prioritize their time, engage in healthier habits, and strengthen relationships with family and friends.

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