Paid time off (PTO) and vacation are commonly offered employee benefits. While the two terms are often used interchangeably, there are differences between PTO and vacation time. Choosing the appropriate benefits affects employee recruiting and …
What’s the Real Difference Between PTO and Vacation? Read More
Most companies know that they need to have a vacation policy for employees, but they don’t always have a policy for things like extended sick leave, parental leave, bereavement, or mental health crises, and they …
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Navigating vacation policies as a small business can take time and effort. There are some federal guidelines in place for large businesses, but they don’t always apply to smaller ones, leaving small business owners to …
Employees appreciate 401(k) contributions and health insurance. But no matter how many perks and benefits you offer your employees, chances are good they have a clear-cut favorite. Employees love paid time off (PTO). Even though …
Grief touches all of us at some point. Creating a compassionate bereavement leave policy is essential. After all, folks need time to recover to perform their jobs well. In my experience, there’s nothing more important …
How to Offer a Compassionate Bereavement Leave Policy Read More
Employee benefits will always be a key concern for HR professionals and business owners. Satisfied employees are more productive, you’re more likely to retain them, and you can attract top talent with a solid benefits …
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You’ve probably heard of PTO (Paid Time Off) as it’s a standard benefit that almost every company offers its employees. In the last few years, though, more progressive companies have started to move to a …
According to the U.S. Department of Labor, paid time off (PTO) accounts for roughly 7% of an employee’s total compensation, but an important one. Studies show that employees who take vacation time are healthier, more …
When you have a salary and you take PTO, here’s what happens: That’s the simple answer. But things can get a lot murkier in practice. I’m going to break down all the nitty gritty details …
It’s no secret that I hate unlimited PTO. I refuse to adopt one at Stone Press, we have a pretty standard 3 week accrual PTO system. Unlimited PTO has a few benefits. And I’m going …
Unlimited PTO Policy: My Pros and Cons From Doing Both Read More
