And a particularly significant development is the uptake of the four-day workweek; while not hugely widespread ­– and still in test mode within many countries and companies ­– it’s become an increasingly popular talking point for how to re-think the way people work in a changed world. However, the four-day workweek isn’t a fit for everyone. So, for companies reluctant to close for a whole extra day every week, shorter workdays may be an “easier sell”, says Grant.