Observed Signal · Jun 6, 2023 · Survey · Source: OnlineMarketing.de · Impact: 2/5 · Sentiment: Neutral
Three quarters want a 4-day workweek
OnlineMarketing.de summarizes a May representative survey conducted by JobTeaser, with 1,000 Germans aged 18–60 across generations X (43–60), Y (28–42), and Z (18–27). The study finds broad support for a switch from a five-day to a four-day workweek with full pay: 75% of respondents would approve. About 63% think their job is suitable for such a transition, though 83% of Gen Z are in favor, while 31% of Gen X oppose (15% would not consider it). Productivity perceptions are mixed: 38% expect the same productivity in four days, 33% fear longer days, and 29% foresee no more work. Younger generations are more optimistic (79% of Gen Z and 46% overall believe they could stay equally productive with one fewer day). A UK pilot of the four-day week reported 56 of 61 employers staying with the model; revenue rose 1.4%, sickness days fell 65%, and turnover dropped 57%. Respondents said the extra day would be used for family (67%), daily tasks (54%), and leisure (50%), with 16% for charitable activity.
Provides cross-generational attitudes toward 4-day workweeks and potential implications for HR and recruitment; not industry-shifting but relevant to work practices.
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Key Takeaways & Evidence Grounding
- JobTeaser survey of 1,000 Germans (May) across Gen X, Y, and Z found 75% would support a four-day week with full pay.
- Gen Z showed the strongest support (83%), while Gen X had notable resistance (31% oppose; 15% strongly oppose).
- 63% think their job is suitable for a four-day week; 38% expect equal productivity, 33% fear longer days, 29% expect no more work.
- UK pilot: 56 of 61 employers chose to remain with a four-day week; revenue up 1.4%; sickness days down 65%; turnover down 57%.
- Extra day would be used for family (67%), errands (54%), and leisure (50%); 16% would use it for charitable activity.
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