Several countries and companies have opted for a four-day working week and are running longer or shorter trial periods, while there are also examples of a six-day working week, with a related measure being recently adopted in Greece. Although the four-day working week is not suitable for all companies and jobs, research shows that it is beneficial for workers’ well-being, reducing burnout and thus increasing productivity. What are the other advantages and disadvantages of a shorter working week? What could be the reasons for the introduction of a six-day working week in Greece? How might the world of work change in the future and will we have three-day weekends?
