2. Calculate PTO based on your needs Second, Carpineto says you can negotiate for a number based on your own calculations of what you need.

Although our boss states it's to be able to calculate PTO, he takes minute for minute once we clock out if under 40 hours. If we are over 40 hours, we get PTO and not over-time.

This career coach says she ‘always’ negotiate for more paid time off from a job. Here’s how she gets it.