Asking for a leave of absence from work — whether you need time off for illness, bereavement, maternity leave or other reasons — is one of the most stressful requests an employee can make. But even if ...

There are times when circumstances in your life require you to step back from your job. However, if you have a job that you love and you only need to leave temporarily, you might not want to put in ...

Whether it’s a sabbatical, parental leave, FMLA or anything in between, thoughtful plans for leaves of absence help support company morale. When thinking about leaves, companies often focus only on ...

If your mental health has been draining you lately, it’s okay to take a step back from anything that’s been negatively impacting your energy — including work. It might not seem feasible to take a ...

Assessing extended leave requests can be one of the most difficult and challenging issues employers face. While many employers are sympathetic to an employee's challenging health issues, a desire to ...