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HR in Review 10 – Four Day Working Weeks with Perry Timms

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About this Edition

In this episode, we are joined by Perry Timms, Founder and Chief Energy Officer at PTHR, where we discuss how his consultancy set up a four-day working week, the benefits, challenges, and Scotland’s plans to trial this working model.

Supporting Articles

  • The Scottish Government has announced its intention to reduce working time by trialing a shorter working week.

Podcast Host and Guests for this Edition

Host: Monica Sharma
Monica studied English Literature at Western University and University of Warwick. She has worked as a consultant, journalist, and communications professional. Monica was previously the editor of HRreview and now works as a Marketing and Business Development Assistant at Witherworldwide.

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Guest: Perry Timms
Perry is the founder and Chief Energy Officer of PTHR, a consultancy focused on creating better business for a better world. He is a TEDx speaker, author, and thought leader on the future of work, HR, and learning. Perry is also Adjunct Professor at Hult International Business School and Ashridge Management School, a visiting fellow at Cranfield School of Management, and a Fellow of the RSA.

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