Time-off

Absence management is a core function of the Human Resources department. If handled correctly, it can help companies reduce absenteeism, boost productivity, and lower associated costs. In this post, we will discuss the benefits of effectively managing absences in the workplace. We will also look at what policies and best practices will help you effectively … Read more

Arguably, one of the most asked about HR topics is family leave law across the US. You’ve likely heard of it many times, but do you really know what the Federal paid family leave act covers or how it affects you and your employees? The best place to start to understand paid family leave, is … Read more

Requesting an intermittent leave of absence can be a complicated process for employers and employees alike. Applications require a lot of detail and supporting evidence in most cases. In addition, intermittent FMLA (Family & Medical Act) guidelines are regularly updated which makes it hard to keep on top of current FMLA regulations and requirements. This … Read more

While studies show that taking time off is good for employees, juggling all the time off and leave requests can be difficult for managers. Keeping track of leave policies, paid time off accrual and different time off types would give anyone a headache! Well-managed time off is essential to optimize workplace efficiency and minimize unscheduled … Read more

PTO or paid time off is an institution at least as old as Ancient Egypt, where tradesmen working on the royal tombs were paid for days they were too sick to make it to work. Egyptians may have known that paid vacation helps to create a productive and thriving workforce, but Americans are still wrapping … Read more