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Sick Day Etiquette: How to Notify Your Boss in Proper Polite English Effectively
Having to call in sick is never an ideal situation, but it is often unavoidable. It can be difficult to tell your supervisor that you need to take a sick day.
To make the process easier, having polite English language skills and etiquette are essential. Knowing how to properly notify your boss of your illness in a polite manner will help make the situation more comfortable for both parties involved.
In this Medium article, we will discuss tips and tricks for saying you’re sick like a boss and how to effectively notify your supervisor in polite English.
Choose the Right Time
When you wake up feeling under the weather, the last thing you want to do is make a phone call or send an email to your boss. However, it’s essential to choose the right time to notify your supervisor. Don’t wait until the last minute, but don’t call in sick too early, either.
Ideally, let your boss know as soon as possible, but give them enough time to make arrangements to cover your absence.
If you have an urgent project or meeting scheduled, try to contact your boss before the start of…
