{"title":"Andrew Barnes","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the collection of works by \u003cem\u003eAndrew Barnes\u003c\/em\u003e, a visionary thought leader in the realm of \u003cstrong\u003eBusiness \u0026amp; Entrepreneurship\u003c\/strong\u003e. Andrew Barnes is not just an author but a pioneering entrepreneur who has ignited a global conversation about the future of work. His most notable work, \"\u003cem\u003eThe 4 Day Week\u003c\/em\u003e,\" presents an innovative approach to productivity, work-life balance, and organisational efficiency.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn his writing, Barnes combines comprehensive research with practical insights drawn from implementing groundbreaking strategies in his own businesses. His books are essential reads for anyone looking to challenge conventional business norms and adopt more sustainable, forward-thinking practices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBrowse through this collection to discover how you can create more dynamic workplaces that foster both creativity and well-being. Whether you're a business leader, entrepreneur, or just curious about alternative work models, Andrew Barnes' works offer fresh perspectives that are both educational and inspiring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEmpower your professional journey with the insights and strategies from Andrew Barnes' distinguished contributions to modern business practices.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-4-day-week-by-andrew-barnes-9780349424903","title":"The 4 Day Week","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIn \u003ci\u003eThe 4 Day Week\u003c\/i\u003e, entrepreneur and business innovator Andrew Barnes makes the case for the four-day week as the answer to many of the ills of the 21st-century global economy.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBarnes conducted an experiment in his own business, the New Zealand trust company Perpetual Guardian, and asked his staff to design a four-day week that would permit them to meet their existing productivity requirements on the same salary but with a 20% cut in work hours. The outcomes of this trial, which no business leader had previously attempted on these terms, were stunning. People were \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003ehappier\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e and \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003ehealthier\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e, \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003emore engaged\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e in their personal lives, and \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003emore focused\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e and \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eproductive\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e in the office.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe world of work has seen a dramatic shift in recent times: the former security and benefits associated with permanent employment are being displaced by the less stable gig economy. Barnes explains the dangers of a focus on flexibility at the expense of hard-won worker protections and argues that with the four-day week, we can have the best of all worlds: optimal productivity, work-life balance, worker benefits and, at long last, a solution to pervasive economic inequities such as the gender pay gap and lack of diversity in business and governance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe 4 Day Week\u003c\/i\u003e is a practical, how-to guide for business leaders and employees alike that is applicable to nearly every industry. Using qualitative and quantitative data from research gathered through the Perpetual Guardian trial and other sources by the University of Auckland and Auckland University of Technology, the book presents a step-by-step approach to preparing businesses for productivity-focused flexibility, from the necessary cultural conditions to the often complex legislative considerations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe story of Perpetual Guardian's unprecedented work experiment has made headlines around the world and stormed social media, reaching a global audience of over 4.5 billion. A mix of trenchant analysis, personal observation and actionable advice, \u003ci\u003eThe 4 Day Week\u003c\/i\u003e is an essential guide for leaders and workers seeking to make a change for the better in their work world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46723367305452,"sku":"9780349424903","price":37.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/10702553482312.jpg?v=1754673646"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/andrew-barnes.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}