Gone are the days when a phone call was the main way to call in sick. With email, text and messaging apps now in the mix, we ask experts about the best ways to let an employer know you're unable to work.
In addition to text and email, messaging apps such as Teams and Slack have become vital communication tools for many organisations.
Dr Sander says picking up the phone is still a considerate approach and a sure-fire way to know your message has been received.If you've ever worried about what you sound like when calling in sick, our experts have this advice. The notice period will likely be shorter if you're taking leave in an emergency or if you become unwell., and Dr Sander acknowledges many workers are already actively encouraged not to log on to work devices outside of working hours.
"If you're dealing with something that is urgent or time-sensitive … let them know if anything urgent needs to be done, because there could be bigger implications — for that project or for the organisation."Before the pandemic, it was more common to continue going into the office or workplaces when you were unwell.
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