The Providence Business News Executive Poll is a weekly
survery of 70 business leaders, representing small and large businesses in a
variety of industries.
QUESTION: If parking were not an issue, would you prefer to work downtown
or in a rural setting?
Downtown: 77%
Rural setting: 23%
QUESTION: If you did not require a car to attend off-site meetings and
the bus stops were located near both your home and office, would you use public
transportation to get to work on a regular basis?
Yes (I like the idea of not worrying so much about my commute): 23%
No (I would still prefer the flexibility of having a car at my disposal): 77%
QUESTION: Given the choice, would you prefer to work a five-day, eight-hour-a-day
work week or a four-day, ten-hour-a-day work week?
Five days, eight hours per day: 8%
Four days, ten hours per day: 92%
QUESTION: Would you say that your eating and exercise habits are healthier
on weekends or during the work week?
On weekends: 69%
During the work week: 31%












