One in eight employees works more than 48 hours a week, analysis, but some companies are experimenting to see if it is possible to achieve a better work-life balance. Staff at her company, Normally Design, in London, work a four-day week but are paid as if they were doing the traditional five days. The days remain eight-hours long. She says it's key to the company's success - they can be just as profitable in fewer hours, as employees work more efficiently. In fact, working outside of business hours is not seen as a positive - managers check if there is anything wrong if it happens. Mental health charity Mind said poor work-life balance could lead to poor mental health in the workplace, which costs the UK economy up to £100bn per year. Stress can leave workers unable to concentrate and less motivated.
