Why we should strive to work 15 hours a week

By Andrew Taylor
Updated August 21 2017 - 8:21am, first published 5:43am
James Arvanitakis, a professor at Western Sydney University, said his previous career in the finance industry was profitable "but I didn't feel it was meaningful in many ways". Photo: Ben Rushton
James Arvanitakis, a professor at Western Sydney University, said his previous career in the finance industry was profitable "but I didn't feel it was meaningful in many ways". Photo: Ben Rushton

A 15-hour work week sounds too good to be true. Especially when many Australians work excessive hours, often for no additional pay, and struggle with the cost of living.