
How We Work: Summer Fridays
REWORK
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Analyzing the impact of a four-day work week
A four-day work week experiment initially showed that the same amount of work can be accomplished in four days instead of five by cutting out slack. However, the importance of slack becomes apparent in the long run as it provides functionality and prevents burnout, suggesting that the productivity level may not be sustained over time with a shorter work week.
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