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Paid Time Off

Paid time off (PTO) can be just as hard to get as it is to use. But it shouldn't be. Learn the true value of paid time off, strategies for asking for it, and where companies are giving this benefit a good name.

Paid Time Off

Want to Feel Rejuvenated? Take Time Off Work

Taking time off is essential for your wellbeing

Paid Time Off

The Case for Unlimited Paid Time Off & How to Make It Work

Plus, how unlimited PTO benefits your company

Working During Coronavirus

Perspective: In the COVID Era, Let’s Remember Why We Work

“Taking pride in what I do involves standing up for myself”

Paid Time Off

How to Write an Out-of-Office Message

Wait, come back

Work-Life Balance

Why You Should Play Hooky (& 14 Things to Do with Your Time)

Take time for you

Mental Health

Why You Should Take a Personal Day, According to Research

Time off isn't just for vacations anymore

Negotiating

How to Counter a Job Offer & Get What You Want

The offer is just the beginning of the conversation

Negotiating

How to Ask for Time Off Before Starting a New Job

When life happens

Paid Time Off

What Are Fringe Benefits & How Can You Get More?

Fringe bennies should be more than free coffee and snacks

Culture & Professionalism

How to Write a Sick Day Email 101

Tips for letting your boss know you can’t come in

Work from Home

All-Remote Company: What It's Like to Work at Scott's Cheap Flights

It’s not all free flights and company trips to Mexico, but also—yes to all of that

Paid Time Off

15 Funny Out-of-Office Replies You’ll Wish You Could Use

They're mostly inappropriate, but a girl can dream

Interviewing

How to Accept a Job Offer: When to Negotiate & What to Say

You landed the job, here’s how to negotiate your comp and seal the deal

Paid Time Off

All You Need To Know About Taking a Leave of Absence

Need to take some time off work but not sure if you can or how to ask? We’ve got you covered.

Paid Time Off

How to Ask for Bereavement Leave & Grieve in the Office

Take the time you need to process and rebuild after loss

Paid Time Off

How Paid Time Off (PTO) Policy Works

The U.S. is woefully behind the rest of the world when it comes to guaranteed paid time off for workers

Paid Time Off

Unlimited PTO: As Good As It Sounds?

With more companies not counting paid time off, here’s what you need to know

Culture & Professionalism

This 175-Year-Old Company Is Anything but Old-Fashioned

Brunswick Corporation strives to create an environment that encourages innovation and helps employees achieve their full potential

Culture & Professionalism

What Female-Friendly Benefits Look Like at a Company with 64% Women in Leadership

Chronicle Books's efforts are paying off with an average employee tenure of 7 years

Equal Opportunities

What Makes Sweden So Great for Working Women?

Hint: It's not the Ikea meatballs or candy fish