Why Don't We Talk About This?
You already know that there are a bunch of things people talk about in pockets or completely avoid. Things that may be controversial or uncomfortable but we need to get them off our chest. During "Why Don’t We Talk About This?", licensed clinical social worker and psychotherapist, Paula McMillan-Perez speaks with folks whose learned experiences and/or professions give way to a diverse knowledge of topics that we just aren't talking about...but should be!
Why Don't We Talk About This?
Talking about Paid Time Off
Paula discusses the importance of taking paid time off (PTO) in the U.S., highlighting that 5.5% of American workers did not take any PTO in 2023, and 62% of those who did not use all their allotted days. She explains that PTO can be used for various reasons, including sick days and vacations, and the availability of PTO varies by employer policy. She notes that PTO usage is influenced by factors such as job security, income, and cultural pressures, and emphasizes the need for employees to prioritize their rest and well-being. She compares U.S. PTO policies unfavorably to those in other countries, which often mandate more paid vacation.
In this episode, you will hear:
+ overview of paid time off (PTO)
+ types of PTO policies
+ challenges and statistics of PTO usage
+ cultural and personal barriers to PTO
+ legal and international comparisons
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