the 20% time (Google)

Google's 20% time is a policy that allows employees to dedicate 20% of their work hours—roughly one day per week—to pursue projects outside their regular responsibilities. This encourages innovation and creativity, giving employees the freedom to explore new ideas that could benefit the company. Notable products like Gmail and Google News originated from these personal projects. The approach fosters a culture of experimentation, problem-solving, and continuous improvement, helping Google stay ahead in technology by harnessing the passion and ingenuity of its employees.