Employees relish extra time off to do lots of things

to make the shift prior to the four days a week being implemented.

“The response was an emphatic yes from everyone. A fortnight into the trial and the results speak for themselves,” Mr Hogg said.

“We expected a positive result from the change, but the response has actually been overwhelming,” he said. “Our employees are really enjoying more time with their loved ones. They are revelling in the opportunity to have an extra long weekend, and from a business perspective, productivity and morale is at an all-time high.

“Turns out giving a little extra back to people in terms of time is paying off on all fronts.

“Our staff can still work overtime if they choose to, but it is not compulsory. And the way we’ve worked it out, they are actually approximately two hours a week better off in their pay.

“The extra day off work has really put a smile on their faces.”

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