Time away from work is an important part of caring for employees, helping them stay healthy, maintain balance, and sustain the energy they bring to their roles. For faith-based organizations, offering time off isn’t just a legal question—it’s a reflection of ministry...
Time Off
The “Personal” Day: Can You Ask for Details?
Question: Can we ask for more detail when an employee marks “personal” for the reason they’re requesting a vacation day? Answered by the HR Experts: You can generally ask employees to provide more information when they indicate that their vacation or PTO request is...
Managing Unexpected Time Off Requests
Vicki sighs heavily, feeling as though she hasn’t been able to catch her breath throughout the entire lunch rush. It’s been a hectic day at her deli, and though she began it along with the opening crew, two of her employees scheduled for the evening shift have called...

