Study: Little belief in the four-day week with full wage compensation

Study: Little belief in the four-day week with full wage compensation

According to a report by www.t-online.de, the results of a new study show that only 30 percent of Germans believe that the four-day week with full wage compensation can be implemented in the medium term. Two thirds of those surveyed are skeptical. Opinions on the topic vary depending on the industry and age group.

Skepticism about the four-day week is particularly pronounced among skilled workers in industry. More than half of them (53 percent) are worried about possible loss of productivity. The lack of skilled workers and the feared increase in stress on the remaining working days are also reasons for rejection.

Younger generations, especially Generation Z, are more positive about the concept. This could also indicate the increasing influence of younger generations on the labor market. Negotiating flexible working models is seen as essential for many young employees.

There are also initial models for the four-day week: Some companies are already offering shortened working weeks with full wage compensation or more flexibility, which makes the concept appear more realistic for the future. However, the study shows that industry is less optimistic about implementing a four-day week compared to other sectors such as retail or the service sector.

Overall, the increasing acceptance of flexible working models and the desire for work-life balance could have long-term effects on the labor market. Companies could be forced to adapt their working time models to meet the needs of young workers. This could also lead to a change in the overall work culture and competition for talent.