1851

Jobs seen in the franchising space are not traditionally known for offering great benefits. However, over the last few years, much in part thanks to labor shortages, employees have gained more leverage.A&nbsp;<a href="https://www.cnbc.com/2022/12/04/the-10-countries-with-the-least-paid-vacationthe-us-is-no-2.html?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=cnbc-the-10-countries-with-the-least-paid-vacation-the-us-is-no-2-2720561" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">recent report shows</a> that the U.S. is second on a list of 10 countries with the least paid vacation time offered to its employees. As workers continue to demand employment that fits their lifestyle and needs, it will be important to recognize paid time off as yet another valuable offering.In the U.S., employees receive 10 days, or two work weeks, worth of paid time off. On the other hand, Austria, for example, offers&nbsp;<a href="https://finance.yahoo.com/finance/news/countries-most-paid-vacations-days-213616535.html?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=cnbc-the-10-countries-with-the-least-paid-vacation-the-us-is-no-2-2720561" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">25 paid days off</a> and an additional 13 public holidays.With&nbsp;<a href="https://www.apa.org/news/press/releases/2022/10/multiple-stressors-no-function?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=cnbc-the-10-countries-with-the-least-paid-vacation-the-us-is-no-2-2720561#:~:text=Washington%20%E2%80%94%20Americans%20are%20struggling%20with,for%20the%20American%20Psychological%20Association." target="_blank" rel="nofollow">nearly one-third</a> of U.S. adults saying “they’re so stressed they can’t function,” paid time off seems to be as important as ever.While a bit less traditional, franchise professionals should begin to evaluate the importance of paid time off within the franchise system.&nbsp;Restaurant workers, mechanics, retail employees and more often end up with the short end of the stick when it comes to benefits, but the historical patterns do not make these employees — or their employers — immune to the longer-term personal and business consequences of burnout or stress and a motivation to seek alternative employment.Read the full article at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.cnbc.com/2022/12/04/the-10-countries-with-the-least-paid-vacationthe-us-is-no-2.html?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=cnbc-the-10-countries-with-the-least-paid-vacation-the-us-is-no-2-2720561" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">cnbc.com</a>.

CNBC: The 10 Countries With the Least Paid Vacation — The U.S. Is No. 2

1851 Franchise

Employees are beginning to demand more and better benefits. Will franchising be the next target?

cnbc-the-10-countries-with-the-least-paid-vacation-the-us-is-no-2

Comfort Keepers

Comfort Keepers - Midyear Press Release 2025 - 1851 Franchise

Comfort Keepers® Hits Mid-Year Stride With Strong Franchise Growth and Rising Demand for In-Home Care

comfort-keepers-franchise-midyear-momentum-2025

petbar

petbar - Garrett Dewan - Why I'm Investing - 1851 Franchise

Why Garrett Dewan Is Choosing To Reinvest in petbar

petbar-franchise-austin-garrett-dewan-multi-unit

Paris Baguette

NJBIZ: Paris Baguette Ramps Up Expansion With New Franchises, Facility and 2030 Growth Target

njbiz-paris-baguette-ramps-up-expansion-with-new-franchises-facility-and-2030-growth-target

Busy Bee Jumpers

Top 10 Reasons To Buy a Busy Bee Jumpers Franchise in 2025

top-10-reasons-to-buy-a-busy-bee-jumpers-franchise-in-2025

Home Halo

home-halo-former-athletes-frachisees-image

Why Former College Athletes Can Make Winning Home Halo Franchise Owners

former-college-athletes-home-halo-franchise

Buying a Franchise Masterclass

 Franchise Opportunities

Get Support Buying a Franchise

How to Buy a Franchise White Paper

How to Buy a Franchise

How to Sell Franchises

How to Grow a Franchise

Find a Franchise Supplier

1851 Franchise Opportunities

Franchisor News

Franchisor Power Rankings

FranCamp Mastermind Summit

Franchise Development Website Builder

Franchise Resources

What ALEC-Laffer's Report Means for Franchising

Website Awards

Power Rankings

About 1851

Advertise on 1851

Contact 1851 Editorial

Terms of Use

1851 Login

GROWTH CLUB LOGIN

facebook

instagram

twitter

linkedin

youtube

Wendy's CEO Kirk Tanner Steps Down - Breaking News - 1851 Franchise

Wendy’s CEO Kirk Tanner Steps Down Amid Challenges, Leaving Franchisees Facing Uncertainty

wendys-ceo-transition-kirk-tanner-franchisee-uncertainty

"Come in, We're OPEN" sign against abstract background

Small Business Optimism Dips, Raising Concerns for Franchise Owners

small-business-optimism-dips-raising-concerns-for-franchise-owners

Photo of Roof Scientist truck and trailer

Roof Scientist Expands Into Northern Indianapolis as Entrepreneur Dale Speckman Launches New Business in Fishers

roof-scientist-expands-into-northern-indianapolis

Image of Donald Trump pointing with red stripes in the background

August 1 Tariff Deadline Is Said to Have ‘No Extensions’: What This Could Mean for Franchises

august-1-tariff-deadline-franchise-impact

What June’s Jobs Report Means for the Franchise Industry

what-junes-jobs-report-means-for-the-franchise-industry

Hooters Leans Into Franchising With Closure of 30 Company-Owned Stores - Agg - 1851 Franchise

Hooters Leans Into Franchising With Closure of 30 Company-Owned Stores

hooters-franchise-model-company-owned-closures

Technomic Releases Annual Ranking of the Top 15 Fast-Food Chains in the U.S.

technomic-releases-annual-ranking-of-the-top-15-fast-food-chains-in-the-us

The Ultimate Guide to Selling Franchises: How To Create a Strong Incentive

how-to-build-strong-incentives-to-attract-prospective-franchisees

From Prescriptions to Pastries: Kari Khandelwal Creates a Comforting Community Bakery 

From Prescriptions to Pastries: Kari Khandelwal Creates a Comforting Community Bakery in Overland Park, Kansas

paris-baguette-franchise-overland-park-khandelwal

Kansas Couple Revitalizes Local Childcare With Children’s Lighthouse

From Corporate Careers to Community Roots: Kansas Couple Revitalizes Local Childcare With Children’s Lighthouse

kansas-couple-opens-childrens-lighthouse-gardner-olathe

Hely and Hiral Patel Bring Their Longtime Dream to Life With The Brass Tap

brass-tap-franchise-pasadena-maryland-hely-hiral-patel

Franchisee spotlight graphic with photo of Ricki Oberoi and Layne's Chicken Fingers logo

CNBC: The 10 Countries With the Least Paid Vacation — The U.S. Is No. 2

MORE STORIES LIKE THIS