The key to a successful family leave is effective planning. From telling your manager to covering your responsibilities to strategizing a smooth reentry, instructors Susan Rietano Davey and Kelley Biskupiak—both four-time moms and experts at family leave planning—walk you through the steps involved in planning and executing a family leave that fits your personal and professional life. Susan and Kelly cover all the essentials, including how to research your rights and benefits, communicating your leave to the right people at the right times, creating a work coverage plan, evaluating and prioritizing your life demands, and ensuring your smooth return to work. They also share real-world examples and offer tip sheets and templates to keep you organized.
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