Less work, same money, more happiness and productivity. As of February 1, 45 companies in Germany are testing a 4-day workweek.

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Why is Germany planning to try a four-day work week from February 1?

Germany launches a six-month trial of a 4-day work week starting February 1, 2024, involving 45 companies, aiming to improve employee well-being, prod

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Germany to try 4-day work week from February 1 for the next six months, here's why

(Bloomberg) — Germany’s struggle to revive its sluggish economy is about to take an experimental turn as a host of companies test out the merits of working less.

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German Companies Test Four-Day Work Week to Fight Labor Crisis

Germany is struggling to revive its sluggish economy. It is now opting for an experiment. A six-month program is kicking off in Germany that will allow 4-day work week from February 1.

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Germany’s struggle to revive its sluggish economy is about to take an experimental turn as a host of companies test out the merits of working less.

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German Companies Test Four-Day Work Week To Fight Labor Crisis

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German companies test four-day work week

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Germany explores 4-day workweek amid labor shortage

Germany is testing a four-day work week to determine if it can improve productivity while keeping employees healthier and happier. The program, involving 45 companies, aims to address the shortage of skilled workers in the labor market. The imbalance between supply and demand is causing tensions between employers and employees, with strikes and wage demands increasing.

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Why Germany is launching a six-month trial of 4-day work week, from Feb 1

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“The four-day work week won’t help any of the problems currently affecting the labour market," economist at the Institute of German Economy said.

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Germany trialing a 4-day week like the U.K., U.S. and Portugal—but the country needs the opposite of a short week, senior economist says

A new pilot project by 45 German companies would see workers on the job only four days a week, while retaining their previous salaries, to boost efficiency during the remaining days.

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45 companies in Germany will introduce a 4-day workweek for half a year. Advocates argue that a shorter week would increase worker engagement and productivity. But skeptics point out that measuring hours could lead to structural changes that have a greater effect on productivity than employee engagement.

German companies to try 4-day work week from February 1 for the next six months

German companies to try 4-day work week from February 1 for the next six months

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