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

To address the labor shortage, 45 German companies will implement a 4-day workweek experiment for half a year, aiming to increase productivity and motivation.
Similar experiments in other countries have shown lower stress levels and a desire among participants to maintain the 4-day workweek permanently.
While 73% of Germans support a shorter workweek, experts remain unsure about its impact on productivity and its potential ripple effects.

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Times of India

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

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

3 months ago·India

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Financial Post

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

(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.

3 months ago·Canada

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WION

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

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.

3 months ago·Noida, India

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