Why Overtime? Four valid reasons for using overtime are: (1) 24/7 coverage, (2) workload fluctuations, (3) staff variations, and (4) labor market considerations.
Basic salary/26/8×OT hrs×1.25 = Overtime amount (on normal working days) Basic salary/26/8hrs×1.50 = Overtime amount (on Off day)
There are a few professional ways to politely decline overtime work requests: Express your availability. Explain that you have prior commitments or personal obligations that prevent you from working overtime during that time period. Offer to help another time if possible. Suggest alternatives.
Why Overtime? Four valid reasons for using overtime are: (1) 24/7 coverage, (2) workload fluctuations, (3) staff variations, and (4) labor market considerations.
Yes,'' your employer can require you to work overtime and can fire you if you refuse, ing to the Fair Labor Standards Act or FLSA (29 USC § 201 and following), the federal overtime law. The FLSA sets no limits on how many hours a day or week your employer can require you to work.
Tell them you have previously planned, important commitments next week, but will be there on your scheduled days. Don't divulge anything of what your commitments are because some bosses will continue to pry until you cave. Don't doo ittt.. set that boundary and keep it strong.
Be honest. Honesty matters, but aim for a balanced approach. If working late frequently doesn't appeal to you, try saying, “While I value work-life balance, I understand the occasional need for overtime to meet crucial deadlines or client demands.
Be honest. Honesty matters, but aim for a balanced approach. If working late frequently doesn't appeal to you, try saying, “While I value work-life balance, I understand the occasional need for overtime to meet crucial deadlines or client demands.