We’re heading into one of the busiest and most event-filled times of the year. Between holidays, year-end deadlines, employee time off, and planning for the year ahead, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed.
The good news? A little preparation now can help you stay organized, reduce stress, and finish the year strong. Here are three areas to focus on:
1. Hitting the Beach
As the holidays approach, many employees will be taking vacation time or using remaining PTO before it expires. Now is the perfect time to review leave schedules and staffing plans.
Ask yourself:
- Have employees submitted and received approval for planned time off?
- Are all required leave requests and documentation completed?
- Do you have adequate coverage for mission-critical services and key responsibilities?
Planning ahead can help avoid last-minute staffing shortages and keep operations running smoothly.
2. Avoid the “Holidaze”
The holiday season will be here before you know it, and successful events require advance planning.
If you haven’t already, now is the time to finalize your remaining 2026 employee appreciation and holiday events. Better yet, consider scheduling your 2027 events now to secure dates, manage budgets, and give employees something to look forward to.
A well-planned celebration can boost morale, strengthen company culture, and end the year on a positive note.
3. Take Advantage of Our HR Compliance Calendar
Keeping up with employment-related deadlines can be challenging, especially during a busy season. That’s why we’ve consolidated important HR, payroll, compliance, and reporting dates into one convenient resource.
Download our free HR Compliance Calendar to stay ahead of important deadlines and avoid last-minute surprises.
By Alicia Shelley
