A University of Illinois Professor says the idea of a five-day work week is long overdue for an overhaul. Alternative schedules and working remotely really had a chance to shine during the pandemic, so now may be a good time to consider if a four day work week is feasible. Professor Robert Bruno says pilot studies have shown it can work.
Bruno says allowing employees to have time for a health work-life balance can lower the risk of burnout and worker dissatisfaction. He notes that a shorter work week may be difficult in some industries, but that changes could be made such as holding school year round but only Mondays through Thursdays.
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