Learn how to craft effective Paid Time Off (PTO) policies with HR consultant Dawn Powell as our guide. Why settle for a generic approach when you can tailor your PTO policy to fit your industry's unique needs? Join us as we talk through the best practices, such as simplifying PTO into a single category to avoid micromanaging vacation and sick leave. We also explore the particular challenges of adapting PTO policies across states with varying regulations, including Maine's specific legal requirements for earned paid leave. Dawn shares invaluable insights on the importance of a well-documented policy in an employee handbook, ensuring clarity and fairness for all.