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TIL: Microsoft tried a 4-day workweek in Japan as part of a "Work Life Choice Challenge" by shutting down offices every Friday. Productivity, measured by sales per employee, increased by almost 40% co (www.cnn.com)
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A growing number of smaller companies are adopting a four-day workweek. Now the results of a recent trial at Microsoft suggest it could work even for the biggest businesses.

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[–] [email protected] 3 points 1 year ago

That sounds delightful and I'm so glad it's helped you! Agree on the 40 hours - it should be 32 hours max.