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1. Review your current leave policies.
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2. Know the laws that apply.
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3. Consider leaves in the context of your total rewards strategy.
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4. Dont let perfect be the enemy of the good.
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5. Communicate your leave policies clearly and frequently to employees and supervisors.
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6. Think long term.
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