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Absenteeism in the Workplace: The Hidden Costs and Effective Strategies to Manage it

HR Digest

Absenteeism in the workplace can be a significant challenge for organizations, resulting in decreased productivity, increased costs, and a negative impact on employee morale. A key factor in managing absenteeism is understanding the hidden costs associated with it. Here are a few more strategies.

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The Cost of Employee Absenteeism

Great Leadership By Dan

The reasons employees may be absent from work are varied and many but the bottom line is, absenteeism has a larger cost associated with it than many people realize. In the United States on a yearly basis, absenteeism costs companies just under $3000 per salaried employee, while the cost is just under $4000 per hourly paid worker.

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10 Ways Unappreciated Employees Drain the Bottom Line

Lead from Within

This can lead to higher absenteeism and increased workplace conflicts. Increased Absenteeism: Employees who feel undervalued may take more sick days or personal time off to deal with stress-related issues, resulting in elevated absenteeism rates. Morale Decline: Low employee morale can stem from feeling unappreciated.

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How to Discipline An Employee For Absenteeism

HR Digest

Employee absenteeism dents productivity. But all year round, there are events that will warrant employee absenteeism from work. Regardless, a manager can easily handle one or two absenteeism from work. But there is a need for managers to understand how to discipline an employee for absenteeism.

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What is drama costing your organization?

Lead Change Blog

Listen in as Next Element Co-Founder and CEO, Nate Regier discusses how drama costs the US workforce over $350 billion per year in lost productivity, absenteeism, passive-aggressive behavior, and wasted energy. During this interactive interview, learn: How to detect and decode drama in yourself and others. Register for this free event here.

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8 Tips for Leadership When Communicating During Tough Times

leaderCommunicator

turnover, employee disengagement, increased absenteeism) and accelerate the upsides (i.e., Now More Than Ever, We Need Leadership. It’s a time to ensure communication is a top priority to minimize the downsides of change (i.e., improved culture, increased engagement, better productivity).

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Managing Employee Absences on July 4: Tips for HR Professionals

HR Digest

Communicate with employees about their expectations In order to effectively manage absences on July 4th and control employee absenteeism, it is crucial for organizations to establish clear communication channels and set expectations for their employees. Controlling employee absenteeism requires ongoing communication and proactive measures.