To drop working Fridays just... because

[AWiseWomanOnceSaidFuckThisShit]

I'm nearly 37. I care about my job and doing things properly but I'm very much the "work to live" type. I don't have a degree or a glittering career, I'm not massively ambitious and whilst I'm on a decent salary (admin role) I don't see the working world as a ladder I need to climb. I need to work both for money and a purpose / routine (work is good for the soul) but I'm always counting down the days to the weekend. Over the past few months I've decided if I leave my current job I would like to drop down to Mon - Thus. I've been able to use really good flexible hours over the last couple of years but that's about to be restricted and it's making me feel really trapped. I have a fair amount in savings for emergencies, I have a small mortgage and no children or plans to ever have them. I guess I've just realised I want more of a work life balance and although we all need money, I would rather have a bit less and be happier. But most people I know only work 4 days per week because they are approaching retirement or they have childcare issues... I am just basically saying I want Fridays off because I can afford it and I can't be arsed! Will this make me look lazy etc?! Would a company even say yes to this? I doubt my current employers would.

Do it op!

Who gives a flying fuck what anyone else says or thinks op.

If it’s ever you want to do and you can afford to do it, you go for it. You don’t need to justify yourself to anyone!!

As you say, you work to live, not live to work!

Ps if you do get any negative comments, it’s because they’re jealous 😜

I haven't worked on a Friday for 4 years and god willing I never will again. I'm senior at work and love my job but still - it's the way to go for sure.

I plan on dropping Friday when I return from maternity leave. Maybe Thursday too, if I can get the approval.

I'm only 32 but I'm sick of working full time. 🤣

Go for it, Op!!!
When I started my current job, I made it clear that it was strictly part time hours that I wanted… so glad I dug my heels in!! Despite much pleading, offers of promotion “if only you upped your hours” & sly digs about it being “alright for some” it has been the best thing!
I do Tues- Fri 20 hours a week and it’s brilliant - I have never done a Monday in 14 years and I never will ( once you give in, you get pestered to the end of time) I love my job, it’s very basic, do it blindfold etc, and I love the chatter and gossip - but - I’d have to shoot myself if I was made to work full time😃
I have a nice long weekend, and if I squeeze a Friday as a hols day, it joyful!!.
Sometimes I’m productive on Monday, painting, batch cooking, spring cleaning, sometimes I just do bugger all!😄
Yesterday I went shopping and for lunch…
You won’t regret it, Op!👍

Do it OP. I work two days in one job and two days in another. Friday is my sacred day to spend more time with my son. I don't have to look after him, my DH could who doesn't work Fridays, but I want to. I would like never to work Fridays again!

Go for it!

Go for it !
I've had a variety of work patterns. Full time, part time and 1 teaching job was Tuesday Wednesday Thursday. I remember loving that. I've done 5 mornings ( great) and 5 afternoons ( not so great !). But, whatever I've done, I've done it because it worked for me.
I now do 7 hours a week ( cleaning) Love it.

I have 2 days off a week, my children are all I full time school but I will never work full time again, live my mid week weekend!

www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/politics/four-day-week-pilot-iceland-b1877171.html

I have just increased my hours as I was sick of doing extra & struggling to take the time back. I have agreed to do 32 hours in 4 days.
Friday is my day to catch up or spend with the kids in the holiday.
The extra money will go straight into my pension / pay for afterschool club when needed.

Absolutely do it! I have Fridays off, and it is brilliant!

I am probably on a higher salary than you, but I dropped a day after having my child (new job). I can't always choose my day if clients need Monday or meetings occur, but I normally do choose Monday.As a mum this is my get things done day. I also previously dropped a day, pre child, in my existing job. It caused a stir, as I was in a coveted position, but whilst many would have jumped at my job, my experience and skills meant management agreed to keep me there. My life improved significantly. It didn't stop me being offered promotion, but that was on the condition that I worked full-time again. I didn't mind, as I was much happier in new role. It might be jyst a new job/people you need rather than less hours. If you join a team where there are several part- timers, good luck in your fight for a Friday!!

I would check how this affects your state & private pension

I don't work on Mondays and Fridays if I can.... I work for myself 😀

Go for it! live while you can

I tried compressed hours (5 over 4) but found it a real struggle to get my hours in . It was a relief to go back to normal hours . I dropped a day when I had DS then at 60 took partial retirement and don’t work Weds/Thurs which I find great . I sometimes take Friday leave so it’s a really long weekend. Unfortunately just split with long term partner and still have DS at home and struggling financially so looking at trying to increase my hours or getting another part time job

Do it. I'm planning to drop two days in a couple of years. I'll be on atiny wage but I'd rather have time than money. Hate living to work.
I'm 26 and a teacher with no kids.

I officially work 5 days a week but often I'll work extra Monday - Thursday and take Fridays off. My team is recruiting at the minute so I'm probably going to put in a flexible working request to make it official (if a part time newbie took Friday off i wouldn't be able to do it) I loooove it. I'll potter about, go for brunch, have a workout then my evening is free for whatever.

I'm going self-employed in a couple of years (after my current 'project'/job comes to an end) and I'll be doing 4 days. Same as you - no kids or plans for them, no health issues, just don't care if I earn a fortune and would prefer to have the time to myself!

I see absolutely no issue with it and wouldn't think you lazy - but who cares what others think anyway. It always amazes me how much we humans work and then end up complaining about the work. It's so exhausting and feels pointless if you don't need the money.

Go for it! I’m planning to drop to a 3 day week soon. As others say, just keep an eye on your pension though, as it will affect it.

I live in Iceland and we are not working 4 days a week. It's 36 hours over 5 days for a normal full time position. My union also voted to reduce hours more and in return take away our right to 'pop out' for appointments and errands, but everyone is still popping out anyway 😄

OP you should definitely do it! No point in working more than you need to, you can't take it with you.