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Rob Krecak joins us to talk about the psychology behind email, the importance of communication norms, and tips from his experiences helping organizations move to a 4-day work week. This episode of Focused is sponsored by: Indeed: Get a free $75 credit to upgrade your job post. Guest Starring: Rob Krecak Links and Show Notes: Deep Focus: Extended episodes with bonus deep dive content. Humans First | Technology Mindfulness and Behavioral Change Shorter by Alex Soojung-Kim Pang | Amazon The 4 Day Week by Andrew Barnes | Amazon 4 Day Week Global Inbox When Ready SaneBox The Social Dilemma The Five Minute Journal The Enneagram Institute Contact RobGet a free 30-minute consultation to see if a 4-day work week is right for your organization.