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Personal time off is essential, but what happens when it becomes a problem? Persistent absenteeism (habitual and intentional time off) is a chronic problem for U.S. employees costing $3,600 per hourly employee per year, and $2,650 per salaried employee per year. Whatever form absenteeism takes, it’s bad for business. But here are seven ways to resolve persistent absenteeism: