Careers advice
How to ask for time off successfully (with example)
Taking holiday in New Zealand is a legal right, but many of us still find asking awkward.
What you’ll learn:
You need to know the right way to ask your manager for time off.
Different types of leave you can take from work in NZ
What are the minimum holiday entitlements in NZ?
How to ask for time off work
1. Check your contract
Check the holiday allowance section of your contract before asking for time off in a new job.
2. Give as much notice as possible, and ask at a good time
3. Strike the right tone
4. Get confirmation in writing
Can an employer deny time off?
Your manager generally has the final say on when you can take leave.
Two common scenarios
1. Taking time off from a new job
2. Asking for a sabbatical
How to ask for time off: an example
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