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How to Handle a New Hire Who Immediately Asks for Time Off
Your new hire just started and is already asking for time off. Here is how to respond in a way that is fair, consistent with your policy, and sets the right expectations early.
How to Handle an Employee Who Is Always Leaving Early
An employee consistently leaves before the end of their scheduled shift. Here is how to address it, what legal considerations apply, and how to enforce the standard consistently.
How to Handle an Employee Who Always Calls Off on Mondays and Fridays
Learn how to address suspicious Monday and Friday absences using documentation, policy enforcement, and legally defensible management practices.
Employee Is Always Late But Great at Their Job: How Do I Handle It?
When a high performer has a chronic attendance problem, many managers look the other way. Here's why that's a mistake and how to address it professionally.
How to Handle a No Call / No Show Employee
When an employee doesn’t show up and doesn’t call, you need a clear process. Here’s how to handle a no call / no show professionally, legally, and consistently.