Most time off policies will pay for vacation days, but leave sick employees vulnerable.

Like most travelers, I’m determined to maximize my vacation days in 2025. The key to making the most of your paid time off—whether you’re hoping to plan lengthy bucket-list trips or are looking to ...

Ending unlimited PTO won’t fix poor performance or burnout—honest feedback and a healthy culture that supports time off are what truly matter. Bolt, the e-commerce technology company, recently ...

"Vacation guilt" is common among American workers, with many feeling guilty about taking PTO. Some workers are concerned about job security or about others having to pick up their slack. Planning, ...

The start of 2026 means many employees are seeing their PTO balances refreshed for the year. With some strategic planning, and travel know-how, you can make your vacation days go the extra mile. One ...

American workers get fewer vacation days than any other country in the developed world, yet nearly half of workers who get paid time off from their employer don’t end up taking all the days they’re ...

As they wade through the waning months of summer, HR teams may well see a wave of time-off requests on company calendars, if they haven’t already. But the prospect of taking time off — whether for a ...

A business's paid time off (PTO) policy outlines employee time off regulations. Learn the three types of PTO policies and PTO policy best practices.

National Plan for Vacation Day, observed on the last Tuesday of January, encourages Americans to plan their vacations and put ...