How to Remind Your Boss of Your PTO Without Pissing Them Off

We've all been there, staring down a manager who has forgotten about our paid time off—even though we told them!

When we communicate something that's important to us, we can forget that it's not necessarily as meaningful to the recipient. Surely you've been on the flip side, too, annoyed at a coworker who hasn't replied to your messages, until someone mentions that they're on holiday.

A key to efficient communication in the workplace is to repeat yourself. It sounds counterintuitive, but it's true. We're all better off when we overcommunicate by saying the same thing two or three times.

The trick is how and when you do it. Think of all the avenues you have for requesting, recording, and reminding people of your PTO.