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Best work from home excuses

34+ Outstanding Work from Home Excuses to Give Your Boss

With over a decade in the workforce and a proven track record of teleworking success, I’m here to dive into the nitty-gritty of “work from home excuses.”  If you’re looking to score some remote work time, here are my top five go-to excuses that have never let me down: Pre-existing Appointments: Think dentist check-ups or […]

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Work excuses from doctors

10 Best Work Excuses from Doctors for Missing Work

When it comes to missing work, sometimes life throws a curveball that only a doctor can help with. That’s where work excuses from doctors come into play.  Whether it’s an unexpected illness or a chronic condition needing attention, here are some of the top reasons doctors write those all-important sick notes: Flu or Serious Cold

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Emailing your boss to miss work due to family emergency

How to write a compelling family emergency email

How do you write a family emergency email to your boss requesting time off? A well-written emergency leave email will have the following: A detailed subject line which conveys urgency, the reason for emailing, and time period of leave. The body of your message immediately states the purpose of the email (e.g., requesting time off)

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Declining a job offer due to family reasons

Declining a Job Offer for Family Reasons: A Guide and Sample Letter

Declining a job offer for family reasons doesn’t have to be complicated. However, it would be best if you tried to maintain a good relationship to avoid hard feelings and keep in good standing for future opportunities. If you’ve given careful consideration and have decided the position isn’t for you, respond to your job offer

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40+ Excuses for being late to work

Maintaining punctuality in the workplace is vital for your professional image, but life’s unexpected challenges can occasionally lead to lateness. Protecting your professional image is important as 41% of employers fire employees for being late. In this guide, we’ll explore top excuses for being late to work. These valid and responsible explanations are backed by

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Top 15 FMLA violations by employers and how to protect yourself

The most common FMLA violations by employers include: Denying FMLA leave requests for a covered employee Guilt tripping you into not taking your leave Changing your work hours to avoid giving you FMLA benefits Limiting your career because of FMLA use Asking you to continue your work life while on FMLA (e.g., teleworking) Retaliatory actions,

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