Why Paid Time Off Is a Productivity Power Tool

Published On:
July 25, 2025
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APQC
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Employees need rest to perform at their best—but most aren’t using PTO in ways that truly recharge them. This article explores how HR can turn time off into a strategic advantage.

Key Takeaways:

  • Most organizations offer plenty PTO days, but many employees don’t use them for rest.
  • Burnout and disengagement rise when employees stay “plugged in” during time off.
  • HR can drive change through culture, policy, and workforce planning.
  • Leaders must model healthy time-off behaviors to shift norms.

Download the full article to learn how to build a time-off culture that boosts wellbeing and business results.

This article was first published in partnership with Human Resource Executive. 

Click here to view the article on hrexecutive.com.

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Human Capital Management, Vacation/Personal Time Off, Rewards, Recognition, and Retention
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