Four day work weeks

Four day work-weeks are gaining momentum as more companies both in Singapore and abroad adopt the four day work week policy. This policy allows workers to take one day off from the week on top of the weekend while adding more working hours to their working days. This arrangement has its pros and cons. By allowing workers to have one more day off, they are able to avoid burnout and able to focus more on their mental and physical well-being. This is more so after the ‘9 to 6, 6 days a week’ policy has come under scrutiny. The mental well-being of workers is also an important factor companies take note of. However, the four day work week policy also might impact the business costs of running the company. For some businesses, implementing a four day work week has its challenges, as they would need to hire more headcount to fill the shifts, which would ultimately lead to higher costs. Some employees would also want to retain the 5 day work week structure with lesser hours of work a day. The crucial point is that employers and employees must be flexible in introducing and implementing the four day work week policy. Only this way can the Singaporean business environment improve and grow.

By allowing workers to have one more day off, they are able to avoid burnout and able to focus more on their mental and physical well-being.