A shorter workweek is being called the future of employee productivity and work-life balance. Is it that easy to make work better?

A four-day workweek appears to have many benefits. A London-based PR officer named Koray Camgöz had to manage his time more effectively as a result of the new timetable. He was still able to finish projects and fulfill deadlines even if he had an extra day off each week. He had more time to spend with his child. His days off varied between Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Because of the always-on environment, he had to work longer hours at work to make up for having to be accessible for emergencies even on his day off. According to Camgöz, it blurs the line between work and home. On a Sunday night, he would evaluate his workload and make the most efficient use of his time. On a Sunday night, he would evaluate his workload and make the most efficient use of his time.

The workload typically stays the same even though a workday is taken off the calendar. When given a tighter schedule, employees typically have to adapt to new habits and longer hours. As Camgöz observed, a hasty change to a new working model can occasionally lead to issues, particularly if not everyone is on board with the change. For certain people, the four-day workweek may offer several advantages, but it may also have unforeseen negative effects.