4 Day Week Global seeks to reshape the way we think about work, by moving the conversation away from hours, and onto productivity and output. Since then, we have organised pilot programs across the world, in nations such as the United States, the United Kingdom, Ireland, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa, Brazil and with many more on the way. Through our pilot programs, we have guided businesses worldwide in the planning, trialling, and implementation of the 4 day week initiative, using our 100:80:100™ principle. Employees receive 100% pay for 80% time worked with 100% productivity targets achieved. The 100-80-100™ principle was developed by our leaders, Charlotte Lockhart and Andrew Barnes after they successfully piloted a 4 day week in their business, Perpetual Guardian, in 2018. It has become the international standard to help businesses formulate a fair and flexible pathway to reducing work time for their people, no matter how many hours they work currently. It was developed in response to the need to accommodate a meaningful reduction in work for staff who work non-standard hours, either part-time or regular hours of overtime. We believe that reduced-hour working is the future of work, and that together, work/life balance can become the norm for everyone, allowing employees to live fulfilling, healthy lives, while businesses can flourish and create strong relationships with their people. Want to learn more about what we do? Send us a message, or view our website to find out how we can support you in organizational optimization for a shorter workweek. In 2023 we had the privilege of being featured on TIME's 100 Most Influential Companies list, alongside global giants such as Apple, Disney, and Microsoft.
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"The five day week was born to stop people losing their limbs ; the four day week is here to stop people losing their minds". Catch me in Fast Company this week ⬇ 💬 Video link 📹 : https://lnkd.in/eRukKhCz
What if the 4 day week was a way to encourage staff back into the office? Our Community group managing director Denis Moriarty explains how this has worked for them.
Want people to come into the office? How about offering a four-day week? Our Community group managing director Denis Moriarty explains how the move to a shorter work week at our social enterprise has made coming into the office a better experience. 4 Day Week - Global, 4 Day Week Campaign #4dayweek #FourDayWeek #Worklifebalance https://buff.ly/3AYkQLA
The future of work is a shorter work week. Catch us and Senator Bernie Sanders in Teen Vogue talking about the benefits of the 4 day week.
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It's not everyday that you and Bernie Sanders are interviewed for the same article. I spoke to Teen Vogue about the benefits of the 4 day work week. Recently, the team at 4 Day Week - Global have also noticed that the 4 day week is helping businesses get employees back into the office more days a week. Thanks for the feature, Seamus Kirst!
A long-term 4 day week study with powerful results! Take a look at what Iceland's shorter work week impacts have been ⤵️ - Strong economic growth - Low unemployment - Better worker well-being - Increase or maintenance of productivity levels Would a 4 day week trial work in your country?
The shift in #Iceland has had a positive impact on work-life #balance and personal #stress, research shows - while the #economy grew by 5% last year. The World Economic Forum’s Future of Jobs Report explores how #jobs and #skills will evolve up to 2027. Read it here: https://ow.ly/SMkA50U4nyg #4DayWeek #Productivity #Work #FutureofWork
A new 4 day week first - the world's first sector trial happening in South Africa! What's a sector trial? A trial that takes place in a specific type of industry. This sector trial is taking place in the third-level education sector. Will the 4 day week work in education? Watch this space to find out. 🎓
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A world first 4 Day Week Sector Trial in South African Higher Education! 🇿🇦 In a time where psychosocial practitioners in higher education face high levels of burnout, the need for flexibility, support, and a focus on staff wellbeing has never been greater. We are excited to launch the world’s first sector-specific 4 day week trial - focusing on university centres for student development and counselling in South Africa. This initiative builds on the success of the Stellenbosch University Centre for Student Counselling & Development’s 4 day week pilot in 2024z Their 6-month #4dayweek pilot provided invaluable insights into how a 4 day work week can reduce burnout and enhance wellbeing, setting a roadmap for other institutions to follow. Now, with expert coaching and consulting, 4 Day Week SA is helping other universities create similar environments that prioritise both staff wellness and student support. This is more than a trial - it’s a movement to transform higher education workplaces. As the first longitudinal study of a 4 day week’s impact within a single sector, this initiative will guide University Student Affairs and Counselling Centres toward a more flexible, flourishing and sustainable and future. We’re proud to partner with SAACDHE, SHAPE Global Ltd and other key industry stakeholders to make this vision a reality. Together, we’re ushering in a new era of staff wellbeing and resilience in higher education. 💪 Want the case study? DM me 👇 Charl Davids Ali Khan Saloschini Pillay Tamsin Haley #4DayWeek #HigherEducation #Wellbeing #Flexibility #SAACDHE #UniversityCounselling #StudentAffairs
According to our research, the 4 day work week does not negatively impact productivity and profits across a variety of industries. But, we would like to understand what your perspective is. Do you think the 4 day week, or a shorter type of workweek would hurt or harm productivity and/or profits in your line of work? Let us know why in the comments!
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What is the solution is NOT a 4 day week? 💡 It's not really about 4 working days at all. It's about creating the right conditions for increased commitment, sustainable and optimal performance, and a work culture where we really free up capacity. ➡️ So what is a 4 day week for? 4 Day Week is a framework – a platform for innovation and change. Often the concept is misunderstood, perhaps even frightening: 'How are we going to do everything we do today in four days?' But the goal is not to squeeze everything in a shorter time. 🚀 The solution is about prioritizing, stripping away unnecessary elements and opening up for dialogue about smarter work. - What is wasting our time today? - How do we conduct impactful meetings? - How can scheduling be made more optimal? - Can we try focus time? When and how do we do this? - How can we reduce sick leave and recruitment costs through new ways of working? 🌱 What if we can become so efficient that we actually free up time – time for reflection, recovery and learning?! The ambition is to create space for growth, both as an individual and as an organization. With 4 Day Week, we change the playing field. Old routines are being replaced with smarter ways of working - where we continuously test, evaluate and develop to meet the demands of the future. 4 Day Week is not the solution itself – it is the EFFECT of new ways of working where well-being is strengthened without compromising productivity. - Great reflections by our Swedish National Partner Anna-Carin Alderin 🇸🇪 #4dayweek #fourdayweek
LÖSNINGEN ÄR INTE 4-DAGARS VECKA! Det handlar egentligen inte alls om 4 arbetsdagar. Det handlar om att skapa rätt förutsättningar för ökat engagemang, hållbar och optimal prestation, och en arbetskultur där vi frigör kapacitet på riktigt. 4 Day Week är ett ramverk – en plattform för innovation och förändring. Ofta missförstås konceptet, kanske till och med skrämmer: 'Hur ska vi kunna göra allt vi gör idag på fyra dagar?' Men målet är inte att pressa in allt på kortare tid. Lösningen handlar om att prioritera, att skala bort onödiga moment och öppna upp för dialog kring smartare arbete. - Vilka tidstjuvar har vi idag? - Hur genomför vi effektfulla möten? - Hur kan schemaläggningen göras mer optimalt? - Kan vi testa fokustid? När och hur gör vi detta? - Hur kan vi reducera sjukfrånvaro och rekryteringskostnader genom nya arbetssätt? Tänk om vi kan bli så effektiva att vi faktiskt frigör tid – tid för reflektion, återhämtning och lärande?! Ambitionen är att skapa utrymme för att växa, både som individ och organisation. Med 4 Day Week förändrar vi spelplanen. Gamla rutiner ersätts med smartare arbetssätt - där vi kontinuerligt testar, utvärderar och utvecklar för att möta framtidens krav. 4 Day Week är alltså inte själva lösningen – det är EFFEKTEN av nya arbetssätt där välmåendet stärks utan att kompromissa med produktiviteten. #4dayweeksverige 4 Day Week - Global PaceLab Foto: Rebecca Wallin, Fri Kommunikation (redigerat)
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What's needed to restore our public services, battered by #austerity and #privatisation? A #4DayWeek (with no loss of pay) would be a start. Good for productivity, in the workplace and the community
Germany recently launched the results of its 4 day work week trial, one of the largest studies of its kind. 🚀 Carsten Meier, German Country Partner for 4 Day Week Global and co-ordinator of this trial, tells us the highlights of this shorter workweek experiment. #germany #4dayweek Intraprenör Prof. Dr. Julia Backmann Jan Bühren Karen Lowe Dr. Dale Whelehan Charlotte Lockhart MNZM - 4 Day Week
Join the Annual Conference of the Smart Working Observatory with Charlotte Lockhart: “Between Smart Working and Return-to-Office: Navigating the maze of flexibility” Is Smart Working Still Relevant? 🔎 Discussing: The 4 Day Week and Other Emerging Trends In a rapidly changing world, where workplace challenges, people's needs, and the growing importance of environmental and social sustainability are more pressing than ever, one question stands out: Is Smart Working still the way forward? At this year's Annual Conference - a showcase of the results of the 2024 ⤵️ 🔭 Research from the Smart Working Observatory, providing insights into the latest Smart Working models across various sectors -we'll take a deep dive into the future of work, focusing on how Smart Working is evolving to meet the demands of today's competitive landscape. One key topic? 🚀 The 4 day workweek concept is gaining traction globally, Charlotte Lockhart, co-founder and Managing Director of 4 Day Week Global, will share as organizations seek ways to boost productivity, enhance employee well-being, and stay competitive. 💡 Whether you're a business leader, HR professional, or simply interested in the future of work, this is your chance to explore how innovative work models, like the 4 day week, are shaping the future. Don't miss the opportunity to stay informed and engaged with the trends that matter. Register via the link in the comments and be part of the conversation transforming the world of work! Thanks, Professor Mariano Corso and the Team, Politecnico di Milano and Osservatori Digital Innovation for inviting us. We are delighted to take part in the Future of Work conference. Anna-Carin Alderin Sarah Uldal Franco Zullo Philippe DU PAYRAT Veit Hailperin Griet Deca Kim Hilgert Mirna Čemeljić Louis Goulmy Pedro Gomes Carsten Meier Jan Bühren Caroline Straub Prof. Dr. Julia Backmann Beatriz Lerer Rita Fontinha Renata Rivetti Dr. Dale Whelehan Karen Lowe Alex Soojung-Kim Pang #4dayweek, #4dayweekitalia, #smartworking, #workingsmart, #wellbeing, #productivity #thefutureofwork