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Andrew Barnes is a New Zealand entrepreneur and philanthropist, best known for pioneering the four-day workweek concept at Perpetual Guardian. He is an advocate for workplace reform and sustainable business practices, frequently speaking internationally on productivity and employee engagement.
Known for: The 4 Day Week: How the Flexible Work Revolution Can Increase Productivity, Profitability and Well-Being, and Create a Sustainable Future
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The 4 Day Week: How the Flexible Work Revolution Can Increase Productivity, Profitability and Well-Being, and Create a Sustainable Future
In 'The 4 Day Week', Andrew Barnes presents a compelling case for reducing the traditional five-day workweek to four days without loss of productivity or pay. Drawing on his experience implementing the model at Perpetual Guardian in New Zealand, Barnes demonstrates how shorter workweeks can enhance employee well-being, boost efficiency, and foster innovation. The book combines practical guidance, research insights, and real-world examples to show how organizations can thrive by rethinking time and work.
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The Problem with Traditional Work
For decades, the five-day workweek has been our unquestioned norm, an inheritance from the industrial age that no longer reflects how modern work gets done. The assumptions underlying this model — that hours equate to output, that presence equals productivity — are fundamentally flawed. What I obser...
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The Experiment
The real test of any idea is its execution. At Perpetual Guardian, we decided to put the four-day week to the test — not as a gimmick but as a research-based experiment. We planned it meticulously, involving every team, every manager, and every employee. Communication was key. We told our staff that...
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About Andrew Barnes
Andrew Barnes is a New Zealand entrepreneur and philanthropist, best known for pioneering the four-day workweek concept at Perpetual Guardian. He is an advocate for workplace reform and sustainable business practices, frequently speaking internationally on productivity and employee engagement.
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