The Nordic nation doesn't require staff to work long hours and has a generous welfare system.

Summary

Denmark consistently ranks among the top countries for work-life balance due to a culture of trust, flexible work policies, and generous benefits.

Only 1.1% of Danes work 50+ hours weekly, far below the global average. Workers enjoy five weeks of paid vacation, six months of parental leave, and a welfare safety net.

Danish workplaces emphasize autonomy and democratic leadership, fostering employee empowerment and satisfaction.

Experts contrast this with the U.S., where individual achievement and ambition drive tremendous innovation but often disrupt work-life balance.

  • Sunshine (she/her)English
    11•1 day ago

    This is why the powerful few are relentlessly attacking proportional representation electoral reform.

  • @[email protected]English
    10•1 day ago

    The article features a picture of bikers, but didn’t mention transit options. I’d be so much happier if I didn’t have a 45 minute commute. Turns my 40-45hr/wk job into a 46-55hr/wk job, depending on traffic. Also, my blood pressure would be lower…