Diary of a CEO | Simon Cowell says it's OK to work 4 days a week - but only if you're old?

In the most recent installment of Steven Bartlett’s hit podcast, Diary of a CEO, Simon Cowell shared his support for the four-day week. The music mogul explained how he no longer works on Fridays because he can get everything done in a shorter four-day week.

“I’m not kidding about Fridays. I don’t think anyone should be working five days a week. It’s just pointless.” explained the Britain’s Got Talent producer and judge. “Is the fifth day really going to make a difference if you’re working better on the four days?”

Clearly, Cowell sees the value in a shorter work week, both for productivity and one’s own overall health. However, he goes on to explain that not everyone should be afforded a longer weekend.

“When I was younger, genuinely I didn’t think about weekends,” Cowell continued. “There is a point when you’ve found your groove and you’re successful – then it’s a question of not killing yourself in the process.”