As employee leave requests continue to climb for the third straight year, AbsenceSoft’s annual State of Leave and Accommodations Report
is shaping the national conversation on workforce trends and HR challenges.
In a recent Fortune article, Seth Turner, founder and senior advisor of AbsenceSoft, shared key insights on what’s driving the surge—including mental health needs, evolving paid leave laws, and shifting workplace expectations. The survey found that 47% of employees cited mental health as a reason for taking leave, highlighting a growing openness to discuss well-being at work.
Turner also noted the challenges that HR teams face as they navigate increasing leave requests while ensuring compliance and managing team morale.
The full article is available on Fortune’s website.