Iceland‘s implementation of a shorter workweek has proven successful, enhancing worker satisfaction and economic performance. Trials from 2015 to 2019 involved 2,500 public sector employees working 35-36 hours weekly without pay cuts. Results showed stable or improved productivity and significant well-being enhancements, including reduced stress and burnout. By 2023, over half the workforce of Iceland had adopted shorter hours or four-day work weeks, contributing to a robust economy with a growth rate of 5% and low unemployment at 3.4%. This initiative reflects a broader trend toward work-life balance and productivity improvements globally.
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