In this episode, host Kimberly Rhodes chats with 37signals' cofounders Jason Fried and David Heinemeier Hansson about the company's Summer Fridays policy, which grants employees a four-day workweek from May to September. While the perk encourages work-life balance and a feeling of seasonality, there are drawbacks to consider, like reduced productivity.
Key Takeaways:
00:46 - 37signals' Summer Friday policy and why it was initially introduced03:09 - The trade-offs the company makes with summer hours10:12 - The challenge with summer hours in the pursuit of more ambitious goals13:09 - How the company balances coverage for always-on teams, like customer support16:17 - The effect on team projects that require collaborationLinks and Resources:
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The REWORK podcast)
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