When asked, "Are people automatically entitled to their birthday off work...paid?" 57% said, "No way!"
That's according to the latest unscientific poll of 855 people at SharylAttkisson.com.
Forty percent (40%) said the decision should ultimately be left "up to the boss."
Three percent (3%) said workers should "absolutely" be given a paid day off on their special day.
Full results are below. Be sure to answer the newest poll at SharylAttkisson.com. Look for the black box on the right sidebar on your computer or scroll way down on your mobile device.
Poll Question: Are people automatically entitled to their birthday off work...paid?
3% Absolutely!
57% No way!
40% It's up to the boss
So if your birthday falls on a holiday, say Christmas, you'd get gypped?!
I’m a February 29th baby… really screwed!
It's all about productivity. Every national day off impacts GDP. However, time off can also be beneficial. And it can be a reward for good work. Thats why it should be left up to the boss.
Many employers give vacation time or personal leave time. My former employer gave us a floating holiday. Some employees chose to use that day for their birthday. I chose to work on my birthday. My department usually celebrated birthdays anyway with some sort of cake or dessert. So, I guess my vote would be with the "Let the boss decide".