24/10/2025
This is a team productivity hack you might not have considered before….
A recent study by Swinburne University of Technology revealed some eye-opening insights: adopting a four-day workweek not only boosts productivity but also improves employee well-being.
Senior managers from 10 Australian companies tried the 100:80:100 model—100% pay for 80% of the hours, with a promise to maintain 100% productivity. And guess what? It worked like a charm! Employers rated the success of the four-day week at a stunning 9.25 out of 10. Seventy per cent of these companies saw an increase in productivity, while the remaining 30% reported no decline. Zero loss in productivity—impressive, right?
Beyond just getting more done, companies also noticed fewer sick days and better retention and recruitment rates. Employees, on the other hand, enjoyed more time for personal pursuits like hobbies, exercise, and self-care, leading to happier, more engaged workers.
Smaller companies, often unable to compete with larger firms on salary, found the four-day week a winning strategy to attract and retain top talent by offering superior working conditions.
How were these results even possible?
Cutting down on non-essential tasks and meeting times.
By focusing on what truly matters, these companies have unlocked a new level of efficiency and satisfaction.
