Long story short: Who wants to work 9-to-5 anymore?

When the switch to remote work first happened at the start of the pandemic, employers were worried about how a digital environment would impact productivity and engagement. As it turned out, employees felt more productive at home than in the office: 83% of employers and 71% of employees considered remote work to be a success, while 52% of bosses thought productivity improved during the pandemic, according to PwC research. Experts agree that employers can expect similar results from employees who work just four days a week.

While only 15% of employers currently offer a four-day schedule, according to the Society for Human Resource Management, the rise of flexible and remote working arrangements as well as advancements in technology are pushing this idea toward becoming reality for more workers.