The conversation around shorter workweeks has gained traction, especially post-pandemic, with some companies experimenting with four-day schedules. A significant number of workers support the idea of a 32-hour workweek without pay cuts. Recent data shows U.S. corporate employees are averaging a workday of 8 hours and 44 minutes, suggesting a decrease in work hours. Though hybrid work options are providing greater flexibility, challenges persist for broader adoption of a four-day model, particularly in tech markets where such arrangements are currently successful.
At tech companies like Bolt and Kickstarter, the shift to a four-day workweek has been popular with employees and a selling point for prospective talent.
Many employees, especially caregivers, have said hybrid work enables greater flexibility in their workdays and allows them to set their own schedule.
The average length of the workday is now eight hours and 44 minutes, a decrease of more than 40 minutes from two years ago.
A recent report revealed that many employees may already be leaning into a shorter workday-or at least a more flexible workweek.
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