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In this episode of Team Anywhere, host Mitch Simon chats with Jake Kurtz, CEO of Brick Media, about his revolutionary implementation of a 4-day workweek. Focused on human-centric leadership, Kurtz shares insights on how prioritizing employee well-being led to remarkable business growth and a happier, more committed team. This episode delves into how Brick Media’s approach challenges the conventional 5-day workweek, fosters work-life balance, and positions the company as an attractive employer while maintaining client satisfaction.
Adopting the 4-Day Workweek
When Brick Media switched to a 4-day workweek, it was a game changer. Their employees were unsure at first, but now they love their long weekends. The best part? Business soared, with revenue jumping up to 30% more! This shows us that taking Friday off doesn’t mean less work gets done—actually, it’s the opposite.
Impact on Personal Life
Jake Kurtz found a sweet spot by working less. Now he hits the gym regularly, goes to church, and has quality time with his wife. This extra day off isn’t just good for business—it’s awesome for a balanced life too. He’s healthier, happier and even thinking ahead about being a cool dad someday. Turns out, having more free time can lead to a richer life in ways that money can’t buy.
Shifting Business Focus
Jake’s journey from a mixed-bag digital agency to a top-notch social media specialist is inspiring. By zeroing in on social media, Brick Media shot up to number one in search rankings. Jake’s move shows that finding your niche can be a smart way to hit it big. Plus, he proves you can still put people first and be successful. It’s about making choices that are good for the team and the business.
Who is Jake Kurtz?
Jake Kurtz is the Founder and CEO of Brick Media, an award winning social media management agency based in Tampa, FL. After starting Brick Media at his kitchen table in 2018, he scaled the business to nearly 20 full time employees and over 60 monthly clients. Brick Media gained national attention for having a flexible work culture that prioritizes balance, and successfully implementing a 4 day work week permanently. Jake loves God, his wife Kelly, the Pittsburgh Steelers, and being a dog dad.
- Website: https://www.brickmediagroup.com/
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jakekurtz
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamjakekurtz
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/iamjakekurtz
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4-Day Work Week Quotes
More than 80% of people in the UK prefer a 4-day work week, and it has been shown to improve morale, reduce absences, and aid recruitment. 
I believe that many business owners correlate their business’s success with their life’s success but it’s important to look at life holistically. 
The idea of a 4-day work week was prompted by the annual reflection on personal and professional growth, rather than arising from a specific employee request or external source of inspiration. 
Flexibility in adapting our business practices to the reality of industry challenges has been instrumental to our success. 
The benefits of a 4-day work week aren’t just about business metrics; they’re about improving life holistically – fitness, faith, relationships, and self-care. 
We didn’t just change our work schedule; we changed our perspective, putting people and balance first, and that has been key to BRIC Media’s strong reputation.
