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The do’s and don’ts of handling employee absences

Insperity

There is a wide range of reasons for employees being out of office, including: Illnesses or medical emergencies Vacations Extended leaves (medical or personal) Appointments Bereavement Volunteerism Children’s school activities Religious holidays or floating holidays Elder care , child care or pet care.

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How to create, implement and enforce a time and attendance policy

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They tend to prefer open-ended paid time off (PTO) to allow more time to attend to family obligations, enjoy more travel opportunities and even engage in volunteer activities – with the caveat that as long as work gets done, it’s OK. For instance, some states don’t allow a use-it-or-lose-it PTO policy. The disciplinary process.

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Employee sabbaticals: Are they right for your company?

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Although they’ve been fairly commonplace in the academic and medical fields for decades, sabbaticals are relatively new to the business world. Professors and doctors are known to take extended time off to get additional training and author books or peer-reviewed articles. Distinguishing sabbaticals from other types of leave.

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Workplace boundaries: Examples to create a healthier work environment

Business Management Daily

Do not equate the act of setting boundaries at work with selfishness. However, times exist when she really needs team members to leave her alone. Avoiding physical contact Emily does not enjoy hugging people outside of her immediate family. Consider notifying human resources if the act was severe or if the behavior persists.

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12 Cool Benefits For Employees To Boost Engagement

Empuls

Generous paid time off (PTO) Providing generous vacation policies is an attractive benefit for employees. Unlimited PTO: Companies like Netflix have implemented unlimited vacation policies, empowering employees to take the necessary time without fear of losing their jobs.

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Simple steps to create an employee handbook

Business Management Daily

Current employees can also benefit from having a quick reference guide when a question or concern arises about sick days, various types of leave, reporting harassment, or office policies. Also consider who to direct staff to with policy questions, leave requests, or workplace safety concerns or accidents. PTO policy.

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10 lesser-known types of employee leave to consider

Insperity

But what about the more atypical, lesser-known types of leave you may not be aware of? Employee leaves are typically a coveted part of any company benefits package. Are there leave opportunities you’re not leveraging that could make sense for your business and deliver value for your current and prospective employees?