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In November 2023, after a successful six-month trial, Truii officially adopted a four-day work week, following the 100-80-100 model: 100% pay for 80% of the hours, with 100% business efficiency. Truii operates Tuesday to Friday, with a 32-hour work week (four 8-hour days), and the company is closed on Mondays. The team all work from home on Tuesdays and Fridays, and all Brisbane-based staff come into the office on Wednesdays and Thursdays. During the trial, we surveyed the team, and the results were overwhelmingly positive: 👉 No one reported increased stress with the switch to the 32-hour week 👉 100% of the team supported the change, citing no delays in work delivery 👉 The team reported improved work-life balance and in fact reduced stress 👉 Company revenue increased. As company founders, we’ve found more headspace to focus on growing the business rather than just managing it day-to-day, which has had a transformative effect. Additional benefits we’ve seen from the shift include: 👉 Communication processes were refined for smoother collaboration 👉 Standard operating procedures were implemented to streamline repeatable tasks 👉 Clearer roles and responsibilities were established, improving team efficiency. We’re thrilled to continue this new chapter, with an enhanced work-life balance for our team. Cheers to the Truii team for making this shift a success! #FourDayWorkWeek #WorkLifeBalance #TeamTruii #TeamCulture #EmployeeExperience #FutureOfWork #Environment #Truii #Innovation #4DayWorkWeek #WFH #WorkingFromHome

Have you thought about piloting or implementing the 4 day working week or a 9 day fortnight? If you are not sure take a look at some of the results from companies that have already piloted or implemented the 4 day week: ✅>𝟱𝟬% of businesses reported it was easier to find and attrition dropped by 𝟱𝟳% ✅Businesses reported increases in productivity by up to 𝟰𝟬% ✅Improved Customer satisfaction metrics by up to 𝟭𝟱% ✅Absenteeism reduced by a 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗿𝗱 ✅𝟴𝟱% of employers reported no change or improved productivity ✅𝟴𝟵% of companies that piloted a 4 day week, have, or plan to make it permanent ✅>𝟵𝟬% of employees say they are more motivated ✅Employees reported an increase in health and wellness ✅𝟵𝟲% of employees reported an improved work/life balance and more time for family ✅𝗡𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗹𝘆 𝟱𝟬% of businesses saw improved quality of work ✅Reduction in employee burnout ✅𝟲𝟬% of employees felt they had more ability to combine paid work with caring responsibilities, 𝙝𝙚𝙡𝙥𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙘𝙤𝙢𝙥𝙖𝙣𝙞𝙚𝙨 𝙩𝙤 𝙢𝙚𝙚𝙩 𝙩𝙝𝙚𝙞𝙧 𝙙𝙞𝙫𝙚𝙧𝙨𝙞𝙩𝙮, 𝙚𝙦𝙪𝙞𝙩𝙮 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙞𝙣𝙘𝙡𝙪𝙨𝙞𝙤𝙣 𝙩𝙖𝙧𝙜𝙚𝙩𝙨 Having a 4 day work week doesn't mean you need to close down the business on a specific day of the week, if you need coverage across 5 days then this needs to be planned into the rollout strategy. Remote Way of Working can help you design and implement the strategy that is right for your business. Please get in touch to have a chat. #4dayworkweek #strategy #remotework #employeewellbeing #employeeretention #9dayfortnight #motivatedemployees #worklifebalance #productivity #diversity #equity #inclusion  

Do fewer working hours boost a company's overall productivity? 🤔 One year after 61 companies opted to participate in a four-day week pilot study, 89% of the companies are opting to keep the structure in place. 💥 More efficiency, happier employees and lower turnover rates are among the positive results found by the study, announced this week. ‼️ Flexibility continues to be something most people value and desire. It’s also another way to demostrate your committment to diverse and inclusive ways of working. Perhaps it’s time to consider a new approach to an old model. 🤷🏽♀️ #flexiblework #changethegame #diversityequityinclusion https://lnkd.in/eDUu_vAH

My fear is that four-day work week could be a sort of trojan horse for technology to begin displacing humans. Why? My concern is that the four-day work week focuses the purpose of work purely on productivity. There are many non-productive work activities in the five-day work week that are incredibly valuable - to the worker and organisation. Think workplace learning, creativity and innovation, even socialising and workplace friendships. Juliet B. Schor suggests that if "AI reduces the number of hours that humans need to put in to do something" then we should "reduce working hours". I'm all for reducing workloads and if AI can help, then great. But in reducing working hours, we should still ensure time for those non-productive work activities. In a world where AI is increasingly better at productive output than humans, shouldn't we ensure workers are ready for a world of work where their creative potential is valued more than productivity? #fourdayworkweek https://lnkd.in/gnFjvDSf

Why is the 5 day working week still the norm? In 2022 the UK ran the worlds largest (at the time) four day week trial. Highlights from the trial include; - 39% of employees were less stressed - 71% had reduced levels of burnout - anxiety, fatigue and sleep issues decreased - mental and physical health improved You can read more about that study here https://lnkd.in/emtvP7Nk Combine this data with the strides made by technology including the increasing prevalence of AI. Which a Forbes article said could give us back 40% of our time! https://lnkd.in/ezB2C6n5 If we're working smarter, can't we also be working shorter?! I was fortunate to work at a company who introduced a 9/day fortnight, and I'm now self employed, in part to enable the flexibility I want as a mum of 2 young kids. Through both experiences, I've learnt that to enable a shorter working week, we need to change our approach. Here's three things I'm doing to optimise my time; Meetings - All about reducing here where possible. Reducing - travel time (can it be done remotely?), amount (this is about saying no), time (schedule shorter meetings, pre-plan your agenda) Productivity - Using a physical timer to help with blocks of focus time, leaving my phone in another room Automating - still a work in progress for me but I'm tracking repetitive tasks to see where I can automate and will be using some of my time to look into how AI can help here. I'd love to hear what others are doing...and any tips on automating please share! ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Hi, I’m Nat 👋 and I’m passionate about helping start-ups & small biz grow through diversifying their marketing mix. ♻️ Repost if this resonates & follow for weekly posts

The four-day workweek, we've been discussing its merits on well-being and productivity for awhile. In the following article, Mercer experts ask the questions, will it work for your business and do the costs outweigh the benefits? There are various models and approaches that have been tried and tested and the research shows productivity gains have become the key selling point for this flexible work option. Find out more about the research and results here: https://lnkd.in/gcv6Ydnv #FourDayWorkWeek #PeopleandCulture #FlexibleWork #WorkforceStrategy #TAPNetwork

The myth of the 40-hour workweek: Productivity in the digital age We've all been conditioned to accept it: the 40-hour workweek. It's been the gold standard for so long, but in our digital age, is it still relevant? I don't think so. Here's the thing—the 40-hour week was designed for factory workers in the industrial era. But we're not assembling Model Ts anymore, are we? Most of us are knowledge workers, and our productivity isn't measured by time spent at a desk, but by the quality of our output. In fact, research suggests that most people are only truly productive for about 3-4 hours a day. The rest? Some of us have gotten good at looking busy while scrolling through cat memes. Our digital tools have revolutionized how we work. We can accomplish in hours what used to take days. So why are we still clinging to this outdated model? For years I’ve been implementing a more flexible approach with the companies I work with. We focus on outcomes rather than hours. And you know what? Productivity goes up, stress goes down, and people actually enjoy coming to work (most days). Here's what we've learned: 1. Quality over quantity: It's not about how long you work, but what you achieve. 2. Flexibility boosts creativity: Some people are morning larks, others are night owls. Let them work when they're at their best. 3. Rest is productive: Time away from work often leads to our biggest breakthroughs. Of course, this doesn't mean we work less. Sometimes we work more when a project demands it. But it does mean we work smarter. Has anyone else challenged the 40-hour norm in their workplace? What's been your experience? Any tips for making the transition? Let's rethink productivity for the digital age. After all, time is our most precious resource—shouldn't we use it wisely? #productivityhacks #futureofwork #worklifebalance #digitaltransformation

Thinking a 4-day workweek is too good to be true? Guess again! 🌟 #WorkplaceInnovation is no longer a distant dream but a reality at forward-thinking firms. Here's the inside scoop on how companies are rewriting the rules: 🔹 First up, reevaluate productivity - it's not about the hours, but the output. These trailblazers focus on efficiency, measuring success by results, not time spent at the desk. 🔹 Flexibility is king. Employees are afforded a precious gift - time. Time for family, passions, and rest. The result? A more motivated, creative, and loyal workforce. 🔹 But, it's not a one-size-fits-all. Each company tailors the approach to fit its unique culture and goals. From staggered days off to condensed hours, customization is key. Want to see a happier, healthier work environment? Take a leaf out of these firms' books. It could be a game-changer for your team too! #FutureOfWork #Productivity #FourDayWorkweek #acgresources

Hey! 👋 Let’s talk about something that’s been buzzing in the work world lately. Yep, you guessed it – the Future of Work. It’s not just a hashtag; it’s our new reality, and guess what? It’s pretty awesome. Working Remotely: The New Cool Remember when working from home was a rare treat? Well, now it’s the norm for many of us. We’re swapping our office desks for kitchen tables and saying yes to flexibility and no to long commutes. And the best part? We’re just as productive, if not more! The Four-Day Work Week: More Time for You Imagine having a three-day weekend, every week. Sounds like a dream, right? Some companies are making it a reality, and they’re seeing happier, more energized teams. It’s all about working smarter, not longer. Culture is Key: Happy Teams, Happy Life A great company culture isn’t just nice to have; it’s a must-have. It’s what keeps us going and growing. Companies that get this right are the ones we all want to work for. Wrapping Up The future is here, and it’s flexible, inclusive, and full of possibilities. Hope this sparks some great conversations on your feed. Go ahead and make it your own, and let’s get the LinkedIn world talking! 🌐✨ #FutureOfWork #RemoteWork #WorkplaceCulture #Productivity #WorkLifeBalance #Innovation #Leadership #CareerGrowth #ProfessionalDevelopment #Networking

What do you look for in a company to ensure it aligns with your values? In today's fast-paced world, finding a company that aligns with my values is crucial. One of the key indicators is a commitment to innovative work arrangements, like the 4-day work week without reduced pay. To me, this isn't just another trending work idea without substance; it's a transformative approach that benefits employees, teams, and companies alike. For me, it’s similar to remote work. So why does a 4-day work week matter to me? Let’s start with the data… Consider Microsoft Japan's experiment in 2019 that showed a 40% increase in productivity with a 20% reduction in work hours (World Economic Forum). Let me rephrase this for you. Employees working 80% of their normal hours were operating at 140% of their original productivity levels. That’s pretty impressive, and likely surprising to many. This isn't just about working less; it's about working smarter. An investor and start-up guru said a similar thing: “It’s not about working harder, it’s about working smarter.” And I totally agreed then, and still do. It is one of the reasons I am so excited about generative AI. Reaping it’s benefits are all about working smarter. A few mutual benefits for both companies and employees include: Increased Productivity: A shorter work week can lead to more focused and efficient work. Employees are less likely to experience burnout, leading to higher quality output. Improved Well-being: According to a UK pilot study, participants reported lower stress levels and fewer sick days, with a 65% reduction in stress-related absences (Scientific American, UK Research and Innovation). This translates to happier, healthier employees who are more engaged and committed. Alignment with Core Values: Companies that prioritize employee well-being demonstrate their commitment to their core values. This is not just a PR move; it's a tangible way to show ME and YOU we are valued. For companies and recruiters looking for candidates who value innovation and efficiency, embracing a 4-day work week is a powerful signal. It communicates to me a commitment to modern work practices supported by data and employee sentiment, demonstrating benefits to everyone involved. So what company practices are you looking for that align with your values? #4DayWorkWeek #Productivity #WorkLifeBalance #EmployeeWellbeing #FutureOfWork