Instant Genius Podcast: Why a four-day workweek could make you more productive, with Alex Pang

Instant Geniusis a bite-sized masterclass in podcast form. And in this episode, we explore the four-day workweek.

For many, working only four days a week – and enjoying a longer weekend – might sound like a pipe dream: However, some workplaces are now experimenting with just that. 61 UK companiesrecently piloted a four-day workweek,with above 90 per cent of them continuing the scheme after the six-month trial.

在每一周工作四天有什么影响son’s productivity, mental health and physical wellbeing? And are there many drawbacks to working less? To answer this and much more, we’re joined by Alex Pang, productivity researcher, author ofWork Less, Do Moreand programme director at non-profit organisation 4 Day Week Global.

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