Posts by Sonal Thomas

In his August 16 piece, Sean Scalmer laid out the rising appeal of the four-day work week, pay uncut, hours reduced, but productivity sustained or even improved. He highlighted how…

A few years ago, Klarna, the Swedish fintech company best known for its “buy now, pay later” services, made a big and risky move. In 2022, the company laid off…

Spain is taking a significant step toward modernizing its labor landscape by advancing legislation to reduce the standard workweek from 40 to 37.5 hours without any reduction in pay. This…

Japan, a country long known for its grueling work culture and alarming cases of karoshi (death by overwork), is taking a bold step toward reshaping the future of work. The…

In an experiment that may reshape the future of work, Germany recently wrapped up a six-month trial of the four-day workweek and the results are resounding. An impressive 73% of…

The concept of a four-day work week is gaining traction in Australia, with several companies participating in a six-month pilot program led by 4 Day Week Global. This initiative explores…

In the modern job market, a new trend called "career catfishing" is causing headaches for employers. This phenomenon occurs when job seekers accept offers but never show up to start…

Over 200 companies in the UK have started a four-day working week without reducing salaries. These companies include marketing agencies, IT firms, consultancies, and charity organizations, together employing more than…

In a major shift, 200 companies in the UK have decided to permanently switch to a four-day working week without cutting pay. This move, led by the 4 Day Week…