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Absenteeism encompasses many aspects, ranging from clear procedures on interview techniques to establishing a culture of trust. On this page, you will find inspiring expert views, practical articles and honest testimonials on absenteeism.
Ask Bart: “Quick wins & long-term goals associated with an absenteeism policy”
A robust, positive absenteeism policy has all kinds of favourable effects: healthy and happy employees, lower work pressure, reduced absenteeism costs, increased productivity, and more. Some effects can...
The employer as the promoter of happiness at work: the i-mens story
In 2023, care organisation i-mens teamed up with Mensura and focused their full attention on reducing absenteeism. And with great success: thanks to experimental absenteeism conversations, the short-term...
Reducing absenteeism costs: how do I get started in practice?
Absenteeism costs your organisation a lot of money. Direct absenteeism costs, such as guaranteed wages and paying for a substitute, add up quickly even with just one absentee...
Ask Bart: “Who is responsible for the absenteeism policy in an organisation?”
More than 500,000 Belgians are currently at home due to long-term incapacity for work. And that figure seems to just continue to rise. Despite this, there are still...
The real impact of absenteeism? Calculate your direct and indirect absence costs
Over 1,500 euros per employee per year: that is how much absenteeism costs an average Belgian company in non-performing hours. And this does not take into account replacement costs, colleagues having to work overtime or dissatisfied clients. Katleen Jacobs of...
How do you keep building a sustainable, positive absenteeism policy?
Your absenteeism policy is not a defined project. Even after implementation, it requires regular evaluation and adjustment. Only then will you guarantee lower absenteeism rates in the long...
Ask Bart: ‘Fake sick notes for sale online: what now?’
Fake sick notes that look real: they’ve been making the rounds on the internet lately. Bart Teuwen, our absenteeism expert, took the test himself and signed himself off...
Reintegration after burnout: neutral facilitator is the vital link in the chain
Half of those affected by burnout fear relapsing and almost one quarter do. But why? With Mensura as a partner, Antwerp Management School (AMS) investigated what could be...
Absenteeism explained
Which absenteeism figures should I monitor? How often is this necessary? What if an employee does not want to engage in an absence interview? In ‘Absenteeism explained’, our experts answer your most frequently asked questions about absenteeism.
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