{"id":10191,"date":"2022-03-10T11:06:13","date_gmt":"2022-03-10T11:06:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/?p=10191"},"modified":"2026-05-15T17:36:07","modified_gmt":"2026-05-15T12:06:07","slug":"8-tips-to-combat-employee-absenteeism-in-your-workforce","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/workforce-management\/8-tips-to-combat-employee-absenteeism-in-your-workforce\/","title":{"rendered":"8 Tips to Reduce Employee Absenteeism in Your Workforce"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_80 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/workforce-management\/8-tips-to-combat-employee-absenteeism-in-your-workforce\/#Introduction\" >Introduction<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/workforce-management\/8-tips-to-combat-employee-absenteeism-in-your-workforce\/#How_Can_Absenteeism_Impact_Your_Business\" >How Can Absenteeism Impact Your Business?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/workforce-management\/8-tips-to-combat-employee-absenteeism-in-your-workforce\/#Top_8_Ways_to_Reduce_Employee_Absenteeism_in_Your_Workforce\" >Top 8 Ways to Reduce Employee Absenteeism in Your Workforce<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/workforce-management\/8-tips-to-combat-employee-absenteeism-in-your-workforce\/#Closing_Thoughts\" >Closing Thoughts<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Introduction\"><\/span><b>Introduction<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Employees missing work often can be a big problem for businesses. It leads to low productivity and higher costs.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When employees are frequently absent, it breaks the workflow and adds extra work for their team members.<\/span><\/p>\n<blockquote><p><b>Did You Know?<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Employee absenteeism costs US companies an estimated $19 billion annually in lost productivity.<\/span><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Absenteeism not only affects a company&#8217;s profits but can also result in the following:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Low motivation<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Unhappy work environment\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Poor employee engagement<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dealing with absenteeism issues early can help create a more engaged and reliable workforce, ultimately adding to the organization&#8217;s success.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This blog post will share eight practical tips for managers and HR professionals to properly address employees&#8217; missing workplace work.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Let\u2019s dive in.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Can_Absenteeism_Impact_Your_Business\"><\/span><b>How Can Absenteeism Impact Your Business?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When employees don&#8217;t come without prior information, it&#8217;s called absenteeism. Even if it&#8217;s just one person missing, it can start causing problems.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With one person absent, their workload falls on others. This can lead to:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> More stress and burnout for the remaining staff<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Dropping productivity levels<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Less work getting done in the same amount of time<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As a result, projects may miss important deadlines. Customers could get frustrated by slower service or responses. All of this can directly impact:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> A company&#8217;s revenues\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Its reputation<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Excessive absenteeism can even threaten a business&#8217;s survival. That&#8217;s why companies need strategies to monitor and reduce absenteeism.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/\"><b>Workstatus<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> lets companies accurately track employee attendance and time worked. With automated attendance management, issues with excessive absenteeism can be flagged early.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-16627 size-full\" title=\"Attendance tracking dashboard, illustrating absenteeism management and ways to reduce absenteeism in the workplace.\" src=\"https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/attendance-punch-in-out.png.webp\" alt=\"Attendance tracking dashboard\" width=\"3000\" height=\"1372\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Workstatus also provides data and reporting to analyze attendance patterns over time.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Start maintaining healthier attendance rates with Workstatus.<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"upd-cusbanner sc-col\">\n    <div class=\"cta-title\">Revolutionize Your Team&#039;s Productivity Today!<\/div>\n    <p class=\"heading\">Unlock Your Team&#039;s Full Potential.<\/p>\n    <div class=\"ctasec\">\n    <a class=\"primary_btn1\" onclick=\"call_demows();\" href=\"javascript:void(0);\">Book a Demo<\/a>\n    <a href=\"javascript:void(0);\" class=\"bkdemo\" onclick=\"return get_ws_signupform(42, 'monthly');\">Start Free Trial<\/a>    \n    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Top_8_Ways_to_Reduce_Employee_Absenteeism_in_Your_Workforce\"><\/span><b>Top 8 Ways to Reduce Employee Absenteeism in Your Workforce<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Here are some top ways to decrease absenteeism in your workforce:<\/p>\n<h3><b> 1. Measure Absence<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-12303 size-full\" title=\"Graph showing methods to measure absence, emphasizing strategies for absenteeism management and reducing absenteeism\" src=\"https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Measure-Absence-min.jpg.webp\" alt=\"measure absence\" width=\"602\" height=\"356\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Measure-Absence-min.jpg.webp 602w, https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Measure-Absence-min.jpg-300x177.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Measure-Absence-min-100x59.jpg.webp 100w, https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Measure-Absence-min-600x356.jpg.webp 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 602px) 100vw, 602px\" \/>You can take a proactive approach by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/workforce-management\/8-tips-to-combat-employee-absenteeism-in-your-workforce\/\">measuring employee absenteeism<\/a> and taking steps to get employees back on track. This can include setting up an email or text reminder system, offering behavioral coaching, or calling employees who miss work.<\/p>\n<p>Keep track of every absence and evaluate it. You can also conduct brief surveys with your employees as they return from sick leave to determine whether they\u2019re getting better, what their living conditions are like, or if they have any financial struggles, etc., all of which may help you reach out with appropriate assistance.<\/p>\n<p>And finally, you might want to consider expanding your employee benefits package: a higher salary for full-time workers that comes with healthcare benefits might be more attractive.<\/p>\n<p>While you\u2019re <a href=\"https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/time-attendance\/mastering-excel-for-attendance-tracking\/\">tracking absences<\/a>, don\u2019t forget about your full-time employees. Try to understand why they\u2019re absent and how you can reduce their absences.<\/p>\n<p>For example, you may be able to make them more comfortable with paid leave by giving them extra days off or flexible hours. You could also see if your employee assistance program or insurance provider has resources for what troubles them so that you can provide additional support for issues like childcare, substance abuse, domestic violence, and chronic illnesses\u2014all of which may contribute toward employee absenteeism.<\/p>\n<h3><b>2. Follow Appropriate Procedures<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-11592 size-full\" title=\"Illustration depicting appropriate procedures for managing absenteeism in the workplace, focusing on absenteeism management strategies.\" src=\"https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Appropriate-Procedures.jpg.webp\" alt=\"procedures\" width=\"602\" height=\"401\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Appropriate-Procedures.jpg.webp 602w, https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Appropriate-Procedures.jpg-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Appropriate-Procedures-100x67.jpg.webp 100w, https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Appropriate-Procedures-600x401.jpg.webp 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 602px) 100vw, 602px\" \/>When you\u2019re trying to combat employee absenteeism, start by following all appropriate internal procedures.<\/p>\n<p>Let employees know ahead of time what types of absences will be considered unexcused and what they can do if they have a valid reason for an absence.<\/p>\n<h4><b>What constitutes a valid excuse?<\/b><\/h4>\n<p>It varies but can include anything from serious illnesses or family emergencies to mandatory training sessions. When devising your absenteeism policy, consult with your human resources department about how frequently and for how long employees are allowed to take off work.<\/p>\n<p>When you have an absenteeism policy, follow it consistently. Don\u2019t make exceptions for certain employees, and don\u2019t be tempted to look away when employees come in late or take too much time off.<\/p>\n<h3><b>3. Offer Flexible Scheduling<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-12304 size-full\" title=\"Image highlighting flexible scheduling as a strategy to reduce absenteeism, emphasizing absenteeism management in the workplace.\" src=\"https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Offer-Flexible-Scheduling-min.jpg.webp\" alt=\"flexible schedule\" width=\"540\" height=\"360\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Offer-Flexible-Scheduling-min.jpg.webp 540w, https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Offer-Flexible-Scheduling-min.jpg-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Offer-Flexible-Scheduling-min-100x67.jpg.webp 100w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 540px) 100vw, 540px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Letting employees adjust their schedules can really help reduce missed workdays. Some may need to start or end earlier or later.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Others may want longer days but an extra day off.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you give employees control over their hours, they are less likely to miss work for appointments or personal needs. They can make their schedule fit their life.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Flexible schedules also promote better work-life balance and reduce stress. This can improve employees&#8217; well-being and work output.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Even small amounts of scheduling flexibility can make a big difference.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Employees will appreciate your understanding, and you&#8217;ll likely see fewer absences.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Learn More: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/time-attendance\/time-management\/\">How Workstatus Can Help You In Flextime Management?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3><b>4. Educate Managers on How to Deal with Absences<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-12302 size-full\" title=\"Educational image on educating managers about dealing with absences, emphasizing absenteeism management strategies.\" src=\"https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Educate-Managers-on-How-to-Deal-with-Absences-min.jpg.webp\" alt=\"management strategies\" width=\"602\" height=\"401\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Educate-Managers-on-How-to-Deal-with-Absences-min.jpg.webp 602w, https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Educate-Managers-on-How-to-Deal-with-Absences-min.jpg-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Educate-Managers-on-How-to-Deal-with-Absences-min-100x67.jpg.webp 100w, https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Educate-Managers-on-How-to-Deal-with-Absences-min-600x401.jpg.webp 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 602px) 100vw, 602px\" \/>The best way to combat absenteeism is often a combination of employee education and manager support. If possible, train your managers on how to deal with individuals who may have attendance issues. This can be helpful for both parties.<\/p>\n<p>Meet with each employee\u2019s manager and explain their job duties and expectations surrounding attendance. Including your company\u2019s attendance policy will ensure everyone understands what steps they should take if employees begin having problems with their schedules.<\/p>\n<p>To make it easier on your managers, consider creating an individualized absence-tracking spreadsheet or automated reminder tool that notifies them when certain employees will be out of the office. These simple steps can help minimize frustration and ensure everyone stays focused on their job.<\/p>\n<h3><b> 5. Use Absence Management Tools<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-11593 size-full\" title=\"Tools for absence management in the workplace, illustrating strategies and tools to reduce employee absenteeism.\" src=\"https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Absence-Management-Tools-min.jpg.webp\" alt=\"Tools for absence management\" width=\"602\" height=\"351\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Absence-Management-Tools-min.jpg.webp 602w, https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Absence-Management-Tools-min.jpg-300x175.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Absence-Management-Tools-min-100x58.jpg.webp 100w, https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Absence-Management-Tools-min-600x351.jpg.webp 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 602px) 100vw, 602px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Using absence management tools to track when employees miss work can help. These tools let managers see where problems happen.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">They also help the human resources (HR) team understand why employees miss work. These tools make it easier for managers and employees by showing attendance records on computers or phones.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This way, they can spot patterns they might have missed before. The result is\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Less missed workdays<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Higher work output<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">More employee engagement<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, using these tools should not replace talking to employees in person about their performance. Instead, the tools should help make those talks better and lead to more positive changes.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Workstatus i<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">s one such <a href=\"https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/time-attendance\/attendance-management\">employee attendance management<\/a> tool that helps you keep track of staff attendance throughout the organization. It can assist you in the following ways:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Keep HR informed about authorized absences<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can rack and manage leaves, absences, and vacations from single dashboard<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-16543 size-full\" title=\"Leave management dashboard, emphasizing strategies for absenteeism management and reducing absenteeism in the workplace\" src=\"https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/leave-management.jpg.webp\" alt=\"Leave management dashboard\" width=\"2048\" height=\"1319\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/leave-management.jpg.webp 2048w, https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/leave-management.jpg-300x193.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/leave-management.jpg-1024x660.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/leave-management.jpg-768x495.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/leave-management.jpg-1536x989.webp 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2048px) 100vw, 2048px\" \/><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Its <a href=\"https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/time-attendance\/timesheet-software\">online timesheet tracker<\/a> enables supervisors to track late arrivals and unexpected absences<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-16679 size-full\" title=\"Timesheet interface showing attendance tracking, highlighting strategies for absenteeism management in the workplace.\" src=\"https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Timesheet-1.png.webp\" alt=\"Timesheet interface \" width=\"3000\" height=\"1372\" \/><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Track the attendance of remote employees with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/reporting-analytics\/location-analytics\">GPS tracking<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-16593 size-full\" title=\"Location analytics dashboard, emphasizing strategies for absenteeism management and reducing absenteeism in the workplace.\" src=\"https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Location-Analytics.png.webp\" alt=\"Location analytics dashboard\" width=\"2048\" height=\"937\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Location-Analytics.png.webp 2048w, https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Location-Analytics.png-300x137.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Location-Analytics.png-1024x469.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Location-Analytics.png-768x351.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Location-Analytics.png-1536x703.webp 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2048px) 100vw, 2048px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Attendance reports show which team members were absent, present, late, or half-present on any date or a specified date range. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-16627 size-full\" title=\"Attendance punch in and out interface, focusing on absenteeism management and strategies to reduce absenteeism in the workplace.\" src=\"https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/attendance-punch-in-out.png.webp\" alt=\"Attendance punch in and out interface\" width=\"3000\" height=\"1372\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This will help you keep track of an employee\u2019s attendance and address unplanned absences if they become a pattern.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do you find it challenging to manage your time?<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Workstatus simply boosts your team\u2019s productivity. Sign up now\u2014it\u2019s totally free!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can also<a href=\"https:\/\/app.workstatus.io\/auth\/register\" target=\"_blank\"> start a free trial<\/a> or book a demo<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b> 6. Reward Employees Who Have Good Attendance<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-10198 size-full\" title=\"Image highlighting rewarding employees with good attendance, focusing on strategies to manage absenteeism in the workplace.\" src=\"https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Reward-Employees-Who-Have-Good-Attendance.png.webp\" alt=\"rewarding employees with good attendance\" width=\"602\" height=\"339\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Reward-Employees-Who-Have-Good-Attendance.png.webp 602w, https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Reward-Employees-Who-Have-Good-Attendance.png-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Reward-Employees-Who-Have-Good-Attendance-100x56.png.webp 100w, https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Reward-Employees-Who-Have-Good-Attendance-600x339.png.webp 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 602px) 100vw, 602px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The idea of improving employee attendance may sound straightforward enough, but if you want to take a more direct approach, you should begin by tracking and rewarding those employees who are always on time.<\/p>\n<p>If a handful of your staff consistently shows up early or stays late, give them some kind of reward, be it extra days off or money in their paycheck.<\/p>\n<p>You should also develop ways to encourage your employees, like considering offering shift swaps or other opportunities for additional days off if they meet specific attendance goals.<\/p>\n<p>Another way you can improve employee attendance is by giving employees more opportunities for choice. If they are allowed to pick their shifts, you will likely see an <a href=\"https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/workforce-management\/track-employee-hours-improve-productivity\/\">improvement in both their morale and their overall productivity<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>This will also help them get a better idea of what hours are best for them instead of being told when they have to work.<\/p>\n<h3><b> 7. Update Company Policies Regularly<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-12305 size-full\" title=\"Illustration emphasizing the importance of updating company policies regularly for managing absenteeism, focusing on absenteeism management strategies.\" src=\"https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Update-Company-Policies-Regularly-min.jpg.webp\" alt=\"importance of updating company policies\" width=\"602\" height=\"401\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Update-Company-Policies-Regularly-min.jpg.webp 602w, https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Update-Company-Policies-Regularly-min.jpg-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Update-Company-Policies-Regularly-min-100x67.jpg.webp 100w, https:\/\/www.workstatus.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Update-Company-Policies-Regularly-min-600x401.jpg.webp 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 602px) 100vw, 602px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Look at your company&#8217;s policy on missed workdays regularly. Old or unclear policies can confuse employees.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Clearly explain the difference between &#8220;excused&#8221; and &#8220;unexcused&#8221; absences.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">An &#8220;excused&#8221; absence, like being sick or having a family emergency. And &#8220;unexcused&#8221; absence, like missing work without a good reason.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Employees should know what will happen if they take too many unplanned leaves. They may receive a warning or disciplinary action.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reviewing and updating these rules helps prevent misunderstandings.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Clear and current rules make it easier for everyone to follow the proper procedures for missed workdays.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This can help reduce excessive absenteeism in your workforce.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b> 8. Conduct a Regular Program of Staff Development<\/b><\/h3>\n<p>If the goal of your organization is to improve employee attendance, one of your priorities should be to ensure that you have a regular staff development program in place.<\/p>\n<p>Staff development programs help ensure that employees can keep up with training and other requirements as they change their roles or take on new projects within their jobs. Employees who feel supported by their employers and given opportunities for professional growth will be much less likely to call in sick or leave early.<\/p>\n<p>Make sure that an employee\u2019s level of training doesn\u2019t just match their needs but exceeds them so they can exceed expectations in their job too.<\/p>\n<p>Employees who feel like they&#8217;re not growing professionally tend to look elsewhere for career paths that better suit them.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Closing_Thoughts\"><\/span><b>Closing Thoughts<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Putting these strategies in place may seem like a lot of work, but the benefits for your business are clear. By reducing absenteeism, you can improve how much work gets done and lower costs from lost time.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Even just a few of these strategies can help your employees be more productive and less likely to miss work.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reducing employee&#8217;s missing work may seem hard, but it&#8217;s not.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can reduce unplanned absences through tools, better communication channels, and a practical attendance policy.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, each employee may need different arrangements.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">That&#8217;s why, to help your employees meet their work goals, you must ensure your policy is flexible enough to accommodate and assist everyone.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Try Workstatus to get an unmatched experience tracking employee attendance for yourself.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Introduction Employees missing work often can be a big problem for businesses. It leads to low productivity and higher costs.\u00a0 When employees are frequently absent, it breaks the workflow and adds extra work for their team members. Did You Know? Employee absenteeism costs US companies an estimated $19 billion annually in lost productivity. 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