Calling in sick on the Monday after the Super Bowl? Your boss is probably okay with it, says Paycom
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As the Super Bowl approaches, millions of Americans are preparing for post-game recovery, leading to a spike in sick-day requests on the Monday following the event. Last year, nearly two-thirds more sick days were requested compared to an average day, with an impressive 91% approval rate from employers. This trend is likely to continue, with recent data suggesting that around 23 million workers are planning to stay home, which is a notable increase compared to previous years. Employers are becoming more understanding of the cultural impact of such events, prompting better preparation for unplanned absences.
Employers are preparing for a surge in sick-day requests on Super Bowl Monday, with data showing a significant rise in such requests compared to regular days.
Last year's Super Bowl Monday saw a staggering 91% approval rate for sick-day requests, indicating employer empathy towards employees recovering from the game.
Survey data reveals that nearly 23 million U.S. workers plan to take Monday off, surpassing last year's figures significantly.
Organizations are urged to anticipate unplanned absences driven by major events like the Super Bowl due to the long-standing trend of post-game sick days.
Read at Fast Company
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