Ohood Al Roumi

Ohood Al Roumi, UAE’s Minister of State for Government Development and the Future, shares her experience in implementing a shorter work week. Jonas Prising, CEO of ManpowerGroup, discusses flexible work strategies while Hilary Cottam highlights historical shifts in work time norms. Anne-Marie Slaughter emphasizes managing by tasks rather than hours. The conversation dives into the societal benefits of a four-day work week, the need for cultural shifts, and the potential for increased productivity and well-being in post-pandemic work environments.

In this engaging discussion, Ohood Al Roumi, UAE’s Minister of State for Government Development, shares her experience implementing a shorter workweek in the UAE. Jonas Prising, CEO of ManpowerGroup, offers insights on flexible work arrangements. Hilary Cottam, a social entrepreneur, provides historical context on the evolution of work schedules, while Anne-Marie Slaughter emphasizes the societal benefits of a task-based approach. Together, they explore the potential for improved work-life balance and the necessity of rethinking traditional work structures.