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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Some companies have unlimited vacation now which I guess makes sense if you are sales or commission based.

I always hated the idea of discussing this when I was hiring somebody.  They ask the question and all I can think is - you want to work here, but all you are concerned about is how much time you get off so that you won't have to work here.

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You have to remember that for some people, espeically those with kids, time off is a benefit as valuable as actually money.  As a PP mentioned some people would take a lower salary for more vacation.  Vacation and sick days are typically used for kids when it comes to parents.  So any day you don't have to pay for supplemental daycare (b/c you can use leave instead) is a day you saved money.  So for some people and extra 2 weeks vacation might be worth a lower salary.  A smart employee calcuates the entire benefits package before accepting a job.  Especially those who already have jobs.  A move has to be worth it.

As an employer you should be happy if you can offset a lower salary with something like more vacation, flex works hours or teleworking.  The cost to the employer is quite low as employees are still expected to complete their work programs regardless of leave plans.  I am taking off the entire month of August but I am still expected to completed my FY15 work program.    [/quote]

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