Tips and tricks relating to holiday / sickness and other related subjects
Sometimes, it’s in a business’ best interest for an employee to immediately cease their work when either party has given the other notice. Understanding how much notice is required is crucial for both employers and employees when considering PILON. In such instances, the employee can be sent on gardening leave or they can be given […]
Curious about absenteeism rate calculation? It indicates the percentage of workdays employees miss, helping you identify issues and manage productivity. In this article, we’ll cover the formula and steps to calculate it accurately. Key Takeaways The absenteeism rate is calculated by dividing the total number of absences by the total number of working days, then […]
The concept of an ‘unsick’ day is a proactive approach to employee health and well-being, encouraging staff to take a day off to focus on their mental and physical health before they reach the point of needing a sick day. This initiative aims to reduce the stigma around mental health and promote a culture of […]
Now, initially, encouraging staff to take more leave doesn’t seem like the brightest idea. After all, if employees are away more frequently, that means more interruptions to projects and workflow. However, while that encouraging your staff to take all their entitled holiday allowance might result them being away at times that are inconvenient from the […]
One of the most common dangers to an employee’s mental health is becoming burnt out. Burnout is particularly dangerous because anyone can succumb to it in a relatively short amount of time. Burnout is a type of physical, mental, and emotional exhaustion that occurs when an employee overexerts themselves for a prolonged period, without adequate […]
Managing leave for remote workers requires clear policies that ensure fair treatment and compliance with labor laws. Remote work leave policies outline how remote employees can request and take time off, which is essential for maintaining productivity and employee well-being. This article covers the types of remote leave policies, their implementation, and best practices for […]
Giving employees time off in lieu (TOIL), instead of overtime, when they work additional hours is an effective way to managing your company’s costs, as well as helping your employees to maintain a healthy work-life balance. Better yet, some employees actually prefer additional time-off to extra pay. However, as useful and mutually beneficial as TOIL […]
Managing leave for part-time employees can be challenging for many businesses. Without the right tools, tracking leave entitlements, managing varying work schedules, and preventing scheduling conflicts can become time-consuming and prone to errors. Effective absence management is crucial in this context, as it allows businesses to handle all types of leave—from sick days to holiday […]
Employees are your greatest asset in keeping your organisation firm in the market, so it’s essential you support employees, prioritise their wellbeing, and ensure they feel happy and satisfied in your organisation because, after all, they will only take care of your clients. Happy employees = Happy clients! An employee support system is all about […]
Now we are in 2024, you might be thinking how can you maximise the 2024 bank holidays? 2024 has eight bank holidays in total New Year’s Day – Monday, January 1, 2024 (1st January) Good Friday – Friday, March 29, 2024 Easter Monday – Monday, April 1, 2024 (April Easter Monday) Early May Bank Holiday […]
