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Good Jobs, Good Business Toolkit — Scheduling + Paid Leave

Overview

As part of the Good Jobs, Good Business Toolkit this guide demonstrates the importance of stable scheduling and paid leave for business success and employee retention. It outlines the steps that small businesses can take to implement these practices.

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Good Jobs, Good Business Toolkit — Scheduling + Paid Leave
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  • Pacific Community Ventures
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Audiences
EmployersInvesting and LendingWorker AdvocacyWorkforce & Economic Development
Issue Areas
Labor LawScheduling

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