The 4 day week Portugal mid-point results are here
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Partnering with a nation
The study includes 41 Portuguese companies that shortened the working week, 21 of which coordinated the start of a six-month trial in June. That trial was run in partnership with the 4 Day Week Global team, with the research jointly conducted by Birkbeck, University of London, and Henley Business School.
In the first three months, more than 1,000 workers in these companies reduced their work time by 13.7%. So far, the trial saw fantastic results, with work exhaustion reduced by 19%, challenges maintaining work/life balance dropped from 46% to 8%, and a vast majority of workers would only agree to return to a 5-day week if they would receive a pay rise to do so.
What is the 4 Day Week pilot program?
The pilot is a coordinated, 6-month trial of a 4 day week, with no loss in pay for employees. This program is coordinated by 4 Day Week Global in partnership with world-class researchers and local partners. You will have unparalleled access to the expertise, tools and resources you will need to run a smooth and successful trial.