Sick leave is part of life in any organisation, but it often remains a source of uncertainty: what are everyone’s rights and obligations? What can be said – or not said – to the team? How can the individual be supported while maintaining the smooth running of the team?
We have designed a complementary resource to the guide Taking care of teams without burning out in collaboration with make_sense to provide a simple and reliable guide on how to respond to sick leave without adding unnecessary complexity.
It brings together the essential elements: the steps to follow, legal precautions, messages to focus on, and points to consider to maintain an atmosphere of trust and a healthy working environment.
The aim is not to treat this as a separate issue, but rather to show that sick leave can be handled professionally, discreetly and humanely, respecting everyone’s boundaries and supporting the team.
👉 A resource for leaders, managers and HR teams who want to deal with these situations appropriately, without deviating from the law or the care given to people and working relationships: Managing sick leave