Best and Worst Excuses to Get Out of Work | business.com

Employers share the most memorable excuses they’ve heard and how they handled them.

It’s unavoidable that your employees will need to take a day off work once in a while. Whether that’s due to a family matter or a personal obligation, making accommodations for employees who need to call out occasionally is part of being an understanding and supportive employer. However, when excuses for missing work start to go off the rails, you may be wondering – when and how do you draw the line?

What are some common excuses for missing work?

As an employer or manager, you’ve likely heard every reason in the book for taking an unplanned personal day. These are some of the most common reasons for missing work:

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Have to miss work for an embarrassing reason? Here’s what to say | CNN

You’ve spent the night in the bathroom after eating some questionable takeout food, and you’re still feeling queasy. What are you going to tell your boss?

While some people are hesitant to share the personal reasons they need a last-minute day off, others may overshare in order to prove they’re not playing hooky.

But you don’t need to reveal all the gory details when you call out sick.

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