Shorter workdays refers to reducing the number of hours individuals are required to work in a day, aiming for a more balanced and manageable schedule. This was an important demand made by labor unions to improve the quality of life for workers.
Related terms
Eight-hour Workday: A movement advocating for limiting the working day to only eight hours. It gained significant momentum during the Gilded Age.
Labor Unions: Organizations formed by workers to protect their rights and advocate for better wages, improved working conditions, and shorter workdays.
Collective Bargaining: The process through which representatives from labor unions negotiate with employers on behalf of workers to reach agreements regarding wages, benefits, and working conditions.