{"id":195340,"date":"2021-08-15T09:46:48","date_gmt":"2021-08-15T13:46:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.attendancebot.com\/blog\/?p=195340"},"modified":"2022-10-19T08:03:18","modified_gmt":"2022-10-19T12:03:18","slug":"summer-fridays","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.attendancebot.com\/blog\/summer-fridays\/","title":{"rendered":"Offer Additional Time Off With Summer Fridays"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Summer Fridays are seasonal employee perks that companies of all sizes offer. The concept behind summer Fridays is to make employees&#8217; life and work schedules more flexible and enjoyable. Different companies work with varying schedules of Summer Fridays but the goal remains the same- to send out TGIF feelings a little earlier in the week.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you are in HR, you may want to know a little more about this as it concerns employees\u2019 <\/span><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.attendancebot.com\/blog\/employee-assistance-program\/?utm_source=blog+&amp;utm_medium=in-line+&amp;utm_campaign=summer-fridays+\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">well-being<\/a><\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. In this article, we will talk about the benefits of Summer Friday, their different schedules, and how you can implement them in your workplace.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"lyte-wrapper fourthree\" style=\"width:960px;max-width:100%;margin:5px auto;\"><div class=\"lyMe\" id=\"WYL_77fB_NEF_Ck\"><div id=\"lyte_77fB_NEF_Ck\" data-src=\"https:\/\/blog.attendancebot.com\/wp-content\/plugins\/wp-youtube-lyte\/lyteCache.php?origThumbUrl=%2F%2Fi.ytimg.com%2Fvi%2F77fB_NEF_Ck%2Fhqdefault.jpg\" class=\"pL\"><div class=\"tC\"><div class=\"tT\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"play\"><\/div><div class=\"ctrl\"><div class=\"Lctrl\"><\/div><div class=\"Rctrl\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><noscript><a href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/77fB_NEF_Ck\" rel=\"nofollow\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.attendancebot.com\/wp-content\/plugins\/wp-youtube-lyte\/lyteCache.php?origThumbUrl=https%3A%2F%2Fi.ytimg.com%2Fvi%2F77fB_NEF_Ck%2F0.jpg\" alt=\"YouTube video thumbnail\" width=\"960\" height=\"700\" \/><br \/>Watch this video on YouTube<\/a><\/noscript><\/div><\/div><div class=\"lL\" style=\"max-width:100%;width:960px;margin:5px auto;\"><\/div><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.attendancebot.com\/time-tracking\/?utm_source=blog+&amp;utm_medium=banner+&amp;utm_campaign=summer-fridays&amp;utm_content=above-the-fold\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-195285 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.attendancebot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Leave-Maangement-2.png\" alt=\"Leave Management with AttendnceBot\" width=\"785\" height=\"128\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.attendancebot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Leave-Maangement-2.png 785w, https:\/\/blog.attendancebot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Leave-Maangement-2-300x49.png 300w, https:\/\/blog.attendancebot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Leave-Maangement-2-768x125.png 768w, https:\/\/blog.attendancebot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Leave-Maangement-2-100x16.png 100w, https:\/\/blog.attendancebot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Leave-Maangement-2-700x114.png 700w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 785px) 100vw, 785px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What Are Summer Fridays?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Summer Fridays are flexible work schedules that companies adopt during summer. Employers give employees additional time off during the summer typically between Memorial Day and Labor Day.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">An important point to remember is that Summer Fridays may not be suitable for all businesses. Some industries such as food and retail have a major chunk of their business kicking off at the weekend. Therefore, implementing Summer Fridays means losing on profit and customers.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Companies structure Summer Fridays differently from each other depending upon the nature of work. However, the main idea remains the same, that is to not cut the employees\u2019 <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.attendancebot.com\/blog\/unlimited-pto\/?utm_source=blog+&amp;utm_medium=in-line+&amp;utm_campaign=summer-fridays+\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>paid time off<\/strong><\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Summer Fridays are meant to give paid time off to employees in addition to their set paid leaves for sickness and vacation.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Let\u2019s have a look at the different schedules of Summer Fridays.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What Are the Different Schedules of Summer Fridays?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Summer Fridays are a type of incentive to retain employees. They make a workplace fun and inviting. There are several ways to make your workplace more attractive to new hires and current employees. Have a look at the options below and see which one suits your business the best.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Every Summer Fridays Off\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This is the most generous of all the options. According to this policy, employees get an entire Friday off throughout the summer. The office is closed and everyone returns to work on Monday. As mentioned before, this is additional <\/span><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.attendancebot.com\/blog\/do-companies-have-to-pay-out-pto\/?utm_source=blog+&amp;utm_medium=in-line+&amp;utm_campaign=summer-fridays+\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">paid time off<\/a><\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and has no impact on the standard paid time off leaves assigned to employees.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This is a great way of adding some sunshine to the working week. This is already getting me excited. How about you?<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Every Other Summer Fridays Off\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As the name suggests, employees get every alternate Friday off during the summer. This means that every employee gets two Fridays off.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This kind of schedule works best for businesses that cannot shut down their operations completely such as logistics, customer services, and hospitals.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So basically, with this work schedule, half of the employees will always be in the office on summer Fridays to respond to calls and go about their daily business activities.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Half-Day Summer Fridays\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In this version, employees come to the office at their usual time in the morning and leave around lunchtime. With this schedule, employees get to work on important tasks and make some progress. Companies also benefit since they get some work done while also letting the employees off early.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This kind of work schedule lets employees start their weekends a little earlier. Interesting isn\u2019t it?<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Extra Hours During the Week for Summer Fridays Off\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Under this schedule, employees have to work extra hours every day from Monday to Tuesday to get Friday off. This means that employees clock in at their usual time and clock out an hour or so later.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some companies follow this schedule throughout the year and not just in summers.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Pro Tip<\/strong>: Make clock in and clock out simple for your employees with <\/span><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.attendancebot.com\/time-tracking\/?utm_source=blog+&amp;utm_medium=in-line+&amp;utm_campaign=summer-fridays+\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">AttendanceBot<\/a><\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Keep track of their schedules with just a few clicks.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Flexible Summer Hours\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This type offers employees some flexibility to decide when and how they want to apply their summer hours. Unlike many employees, some might prefer Monday or Wednesday off instead of Friday.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Benefits of Offering Summer Fridays<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Apart from getting to enjoy more vitamin D, there are mutual benefits of implementing a Summer Friday policy in your workplace. Employees benefit from it and what is more important than having happy and healthy employees.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Increases Employee Morale\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Summer Fridays are like a no-strings-attached perk that leaves a substantial impact on an employee&#8217;s <\/span>morale<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. It is no doubt impractical to give entire summers off but you can surely make your employees feel valued if you give them some version of Summer Fridays off. It also shows that you want employees to make the best of the summer with their families and friends.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So what impact does it have? It makes employees feel valued and appreciated. They return to work rested and rejuvenated. Isn\u2019t it what every employer wants?<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-195422\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.attendancebot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Sumer-Fridays-Image.jpg\" alt=\"Summer Fridays allow for family time in summers \" width=\"950\" height=\"500\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.attendancebot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Sumer-Fridays-Image.jpg 950w, https:\/\/blog.attendancebot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Sumer-Fridays-Image-300x158.jpg 300w, https:\/\/blog.attendancebot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Sumer-Fridays-Image-768x404.jpg 768w, https:\/\/blog.attendancebot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Sumer-Fridays-Image-100x53.jpg 100w, https:\/\/blog.attendancebot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Sumer-Fridays-Image-700x368.jpg 700w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 950px) 100vw, 950px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Keeps Employees Happy and Healthy\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gone are the times when employees were expected to work like machines. Employers now want their employees to work smarter. One reason for this is that employers are now more invested in employees\u2019 physical and mental well-being.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bombarding employees with tons of tasks and pressing deadlines will eventually cause burnout. The pandemic has already impacted our mental well-being to a great extent. So why not give them a long weekend to top up their Vitamin D levels?\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A <\/span><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vitamin-d-ratgeber.de\/vitamin-d-mangel-symptome-folgen.html?gclid=CjwKCAjwpMOIBhBAEiwAy5M6YLpV0Uy-FGIEPYWIpYvit1ou5tCd06aF5owIR2w7wxkniXX0r-YCxRoC7f0QAvD_BwE\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">deficiency of Vitamin D<\/a><\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> leads to depression, exhaustion, fatigue, mood swings, and much more. These are productivity killers. A slightly longer weekend than usual reduces stress and allows employees to resume work feeling relaxed and happy.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Promotes Team Building\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Summer Fridays emit \u2018last day of school\u2019 vibes where everyone is ready to push through the gates as soon as the bell rings. Everyone is looking forward to the long weekend and having a good time.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It builds a feeling of camaraderie among employees who help each other get done with tasks and start the weekend right.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Makes Employees More Productive\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When employees know that they have a day off, they make an effort to manage their time well and avoid distractions. They are motivated to use their time more efficiently and work with increased productivity.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Retains and Attracts the Best Talent\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Thanks to the pandemic, employees now prefer <\/span><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.attendancebot.com\/blog\/flexime-work-schedule\/?utm_source=blog+&amp;utm_medium=in-line+&amp;utm_campaign=summer-fridays+\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">flexible schedules<\/a><\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. And Summer Fridays offer just that.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Offering summer Fridays keeps workplace loyalty and happiness intact. Your most talented and high-performing employees are likely to <\/span><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.attendancebot.com\/blog\/employee-retention\/?utm_source=blog+&amp;utm_medium=in-line+&amp;utm_campaign=summer-fridays+\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">stay with the company<\/a><\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. This is because flexibility is an incredible incentive.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Similarly, a progressive summer holiday will help you attract top talent. As mentioned before, employees prefer to work with flexibility whether from the office or home. The pandemic has changed people\u2019s lives and routines and employees want to work with companies that take this into consideration.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Decreases Operational Costs<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">All Fridays off throughout the summer mean that you can save on operational costs such as electricity and other administrative expenses.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reduces Time-off Requests\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Summer is that time of the month that nobody wants to lose out on. As it approaches, employees request time off so that they can go on vacations to soak up the sun with their friends and families.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Offer Summer Fridays and see a decrease in <\/span><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.attendancebot.com\/blog\/time-off-request\/?utm_source=blog+&amp;utm_medium=in-line+&amp;utm_campaign=summer-fridays+\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">time-off requests<\/a><\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>.<\/strong> When employees have a long weekend or an early start to the weekend, they are less likely to take a day off.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Leaves Workload Unaffected\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Working for fewer hours or one day less doesn\u2019t mean lower output. In fact, it is the opposite. Working for more than 50 hours a week causes mental stress and a dip in productivity.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">And let\u2019s be honest. Who really is in the mood of working on a Friday as soon as it&#8217;s lunchtime?<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Work dynamics have changed and now it&#8217;s all about working with efficiency. It is better to work smarter than harder because no one wants to burn out.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reduces Stress\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Having a <\/span><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.attendancebot.com\/blog\/40-hour-work-week\/?utm_source=blog+&amp;utm_medium=in-line+&amp;utm_campaign=summer-fridays+\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">four-day workweek<\/a><\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> means less financial burden for working parents. This means with Summer Fridays off, parents can save up on the money that would have gone into arranging for child care over the summer holidays.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Also, spending quality time with family reduces stress and encourages equitable <\/span><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.attendancebot.com\/blog\/work-life-integration-new-work-life-balance\/?utm_source=blog+&amp;utm_medium=in-line+&amp;utm_campaign=summer-fridays+\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">work-life integration<\/a><\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Nobody would want to leave an employer who recognizes the importance of family time and allows employees to do so.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Steps to Implement Summer Friday in Your Workplace<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you have made up your mind about offering Summer Fridays in your workplace, the steps below will help you with smooth execution.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Carry Out a Survey to Gauge Employee Interest<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You must find how employees feel about Summer Fridays before creating a policy. Roll out a survey in your workplace and see if employees really want Summer Fridays. This Is because there is a possibility that employees may not be happy about the idea of working extra hours to get one day off.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Make the Summer Fridays Document Available to All Employees<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If your employees are good with the idea of having Summer Fridays, start outlining a policy. Ensure that the policy document is available to all employees should any questions arise.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Conduct a Meeting to Discuss the Summer Fridays Policy<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Once your policy is in place, hold a meeting to discuss it. Just rolling out the document and expecting employees to go through it themselves is unlikely. A meeting will give you a chance to gauge employees\u2019 reactions and answer questions they may have. You can follow the steps below to communicate the new policy:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Send an email notifying employees<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Add to the employee handbook\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Explain expectations in the team meetings<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-195423\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.attendancebot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Summer-fridays-Image..jpg\" alt=\"Summer Fridays allow for family time in summers \" width=\"950\" height=\"500\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.attendancebot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Summer-fridays-Image..jpg 950w, https:\/\/blog.attendancebot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Summer-fridays-Image.-300x158.jpg 300w, https:\/\/blog.attendancebot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Summer-fridays-Image.-768x404.jpg 768w, https:\/\/blog.attendancebot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Summer-fridays-Image.-100x53.jpg 100w, https:\/\/blog.attendancebot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Summer-fridays-Image.-700x368.jpg 700w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 950px) 100vw, 950px\" \/><\/h3>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Set up a System to Monitor Employees<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Adapting to a change takes time. Similarly, employees might find it challenging to get used to the new policy. In that case, make sure to monitor your staff and see if they are adjusting well.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Keep in mind that Summer Fridays are meant to help employees relax and enjoy time with families. But, if employees start stressing about how to finish off work before Thursday, then there really is no point, is it? Give the necessary support to your employees for a smooth transition.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Play With Summer Fridays Alternate Schedules\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Finally, leave some room for change. If you feel that an entire Friday off is not working well for your business, try other alternatives. You can still avoid employee burnout with half Fridays off.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Consider all the alternatives and make the necessary changes quickly.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Are You Ready to Offer Summer Friday to Your Employees?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Summer Fridays are a unique employee perk and they are rapidly gaining popularity. You can continue to implement strategies to boost employee morale and retention but give this one a try as well.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">After all, we all want to work with people who show up happily at work. It is all about the positive vibes and Summer Fridays embody that.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.attendancebot.com\/time-tracking\/?utm_source=blog+&amp;utm_medium=banner+&amp;utm_campaign=summer-fridays&amp;utm_content=final\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-195282 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.attendancebot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Copy-of-Employee-Productivity.png\" alt=\"Employee Productivity with AttendanceBot\" width=\"785\" height=\"128\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.attendancebot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Copy-of-Employee-Productivity.png 785w, https:\/\/blog.attendancebot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Copy-of-Employee-Productivity-300x49.png 300w, https:\/\/blog.attendancebot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Copy-of-Employee-Productivity-768x125.png 768w, https:\/\/blog.attendancebot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Copy-of-Employee-Productivity-100x16.png 100w, https:\/\/blog.attendancebot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/Copy-of-Employee-Productivity-700x114.png 700w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 785px) 100vw, 785px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Summer Fridays rejuvenate employees. 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