Best Of: The Four-Day Workweek & Redefining Productivity with Joe Sanok

Mar 20, 2025

In this episode, Dr. Sharon Spano sits down with Joe Sanok, author of Thursday is the New Friday, to explore the evolving landscape of work and productivity. They discuss how the traditional five-day workweek is outdated, how businesses can adopt a four-day model without losing efficiency, and how leaders can embrace time management strategies that foster creativity and well-being. Joe shares his research-backed insights on how reducing work hours leads to increased productivity, improved health, and a better quality of life. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, business leader, or professional looking for work-life balance, this episode is packed with actionable strategies to help you rethink the way you work.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

The historical evolution of the five-day workweek and why it’s no longer effective
How a four-day workweek can boost productivity and creativity
The role of time experiments in reshaping how we approach work
Strategies for setting boundaries to avoid burnout
The neuroscience behind rest and peak performance
How to shift from an industrialist mindset to a flexible, modern approach to work
Practical tips for leaders to implement a four-day workweek successfully

Transcript: Here

Additional Resources:

Website: https://joesanok.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joe-sanok-8b140023/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/JoeSanok

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/practiceofthepractice/

Book: https://www.amazon.com/Thursday-New-Friday-Fewer-Hours/dp/1400225981

Podcast: https://www.practiceofthepractice.com/

Sharon Spano:

Website: sharonspano.com

Facebook: facebook.com/SharonSpanoPHD

Instagram: instagram.com/drsharonspano/