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SEEK Admin · 28d ago
Calling in sick for work shouldn't feel as scary as it does. We all take sickies, so why is it so hard? ☎️
Here's how to do it properly:
⏰ Call/message as soon as you know you're not going in
😷 Provide a general reason for your absence – "I have a migraine" is enough
📥 Hand over any urgent work
❗ Keep your boss updated if you need more time off
We wrote some go-to "call in sick" messages here: https://www.seek.co.nz/career-advice/article/how-to-call-in-sick-to-work
What's yours?
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Chris · 23d ago
I'm an entire grown man, and I still feel anxious talking to my boss about needing time off when I'm sick. 😭
Too much baggage from other bosses when I was younger maybe.
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