Rationally, it shouldn't matter if work is due this month or next if, in both cases, you have the exact same number of days to get it done. (inc.com)
When employees work 12 - hour shifts, it's common for them to work for four days and follow those up with the same number of days off the job. (inc.com)
In the end, everyone would probably miss around the same number of days. (religion.blogs.cnn.com)