Greek Company's Six-Hour Workday Sparks Productivity Boom and Debate

07:37 23/10/2024 - Πηγή: iEfimerida

A Greek company is making headlines after implementing a radical new approach to work-life balance: the six-hour workday.

The groundbreaking initiative was inspired by the personal journey of Konstantinos Raikos, the company's founder, who re-evaluated his priorities after a life-threatening battle with cancer.

Mr. Raikos realized during his

recovery that working fewer hours actually boosted his productivity. Determined to create a healthier and more efficient work environment, he introduced the six-hour workday at his company, KRS, in 2022.

The transition was far from smooth. Initially, 80% of KRS employees, including Mr. Raikos's own brother, left the company, skeptical of the unconventional model.

Despite the exodus and facing opposition even from his own family, Mr. Raikos pressed on, driven by his vision and fueled by the memory of a colleague who lost her fight with cancer.

He wanted to build a company where employees wouldn't have to sacrifice their well-being for success.

Against all odds, the experiment proved to be a resounding success. Productivity at KRS surged by an impressive 50%, defying expectations and challenging traditional notions about work hours and output. Employees reported feeling more energized and focused, while clients benefited from improved service and increased creativity.

KRS's bold move has sparked a debate about the future of work in Greece and beyond.

Could this be the beginning of a wider movement towards shorter workdays and a greater emphasis on employee well-being? Only time will tell, but one thing is certain: KRS has become a symbol of innovation and a champion for a more balanced and fulfilling approach to work.

By Vassilis Goulas

Translated by Anthee Carassava

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