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Is a 4-day work week Asia’s next bet for productivity and talent retention?

The concept of work has undergone profound re-evaluation in recent years.

During the pandemic, companies adapted to lockdowns and social distancing measures with a variety of virtual tools and flexible work arrangements. This has opened up the workforce to alternative work models – such as the 4-day work week.

Known for its rigorous work culture, the Asian region has seen many conversations around productivity and work-life balance as its workforce adjusted to new norms and standards. Flexible and hybrid work initiatives are now a mainstay across many markets in the region, but are shorter work weeks on the horizon for Asia? As businesses navigate rising costs and an everchanging labour market, can a 4-day work week improve both employee wellbeing and productivity? For companies in growth sectors, will it help attract and retain talent in a competitive market? With the concept of a 4-day work week now more familiar, we’re checking in with talent and organisations to find out how they feel about it.

In this report, dive in deep with us as we speak to professionals and employers across Asia to harness insights into a 4-day work week.

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