More Than Just a Perk: Why Floating Holidays Are a Cornerstone of Modern Workplaces

Business Tips, Schedule, Time Management

Thursday, June 12th, 2025

More Than Just a Perk: Why Floating Holidays Are a Cornerstone of Modern Workplaces

Your company’s holidays are likely based on widely celebrated holidays. You know, the usual suspects, such as Thanksgiving, Independence Day, Christmas, and Labor Day. As the calendar indicates, these days off throughout the year follow a predictable rhythm. The problem? They do not reflect everyone’s values, beliefs, or personal lives. That’s where floating holidays come […]

Gen Z Wants Mental Health Days: Is Your Company Ready?

Business Tips

Friday, August 23rd, 2024

Gen Z Wants Mental Health Days: Is Your Company Ready?

With the evolution of the workforce, employee expectations and needs are also evolving rapidly. Specifically, born roughly between 1997 and 2012, Gen Z brings a fresh perspective to work-life balance, mental health, and career purpose. In addition, this generation is more likely to openly discuss mental health challenges and request time off to take care […]

PTO in a Pinch: Navigating Workload Surges

Business Tips, Productivity

Friday, August 2nd, 2024

PTO in a Pinch: Navigating Workload Surges

PTO requests can spike during the summer, holidays, or a particularly sunny day. As a result, this can feel like a tidal wave for HR professionals and managers. Fortunately, you don’t need to sacrifice your productivity or sanity to navigate this peak. PTO 101 In the United States, small businesses are not required to offer […]

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