Swedish Workplaces Tested Shorter Workweek: "Happier and Better at Work"

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In a new Swedish-Norwegian study, eleven workplaces have tested shorter workweeks with good results – participants reported better well-being and increased productivity. However, the researchers emphasize that more research is needed to be able to draw firm conclusions, and according to the Swedish Association of Local Authorities and Regions, SKR, the experimental design would not be feasible on a large scale. – It risks worsening the work envi…