Articles for tag: Paid Time Off

Karla News

Top Ten Gift Ideas for Your Off-site Babysitter

This list is based on the assumption that the babysitter is a female. That is not always the case, so you can adjust the suggestions accordingly. It is also based on the idea that your child goes to the babysitter’s house, rather than vice versa. And it is assumed that you like your babysitter, that ...

First Person: Saving Money While Continuing Education

I love learning things. My favourite shows to watch invariably are located on the History Channel, Discovery or TLC. I’m a big fan of the How the Earth was Made series and that led to an interest in geology. I really wanted to study geology for myself. Working fulltime and the high cost of attending ...

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20 Things to Include in Your Nanny’s Contract

An important step in hiring a nanny is to create a contract. Contracts are legal and they will help protect both parties. You do not have to do this but it is highly recommended. It ensures everyone is on the same page and provides protection. Here are 20 things to include in your contract. 1. ...

About Exotic Jobs

When we’re at work, we often find ourselves wishing we were somewhere else. Maybe you’d rather be at the beach, or experiencing an unfamiliar culture firsthand. But you have to earn a living. That’s why you’re at work instead of one of those places. If you yearn to visit an exotic place, consider trying to ...

Financial and Non-Financial Compensation for Employees

There are several different types of financial compensation given to employees. Health and welfare benefits, reimbursements and employee services are one category of financial compensation that is a very high priority for many workers. This includes medical and dental insurance, pension plans, and disability programs. This is where employers spend over 14% of the total ...