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To call in sick when you just need a day off, call your boss early in the morning as you are more likely to get their voicemail, which means you won’t have to field any questions. Also, your voice may sound rough after waking up, adding authenticity to your claim. If you talk to your boss on the phone, sniffle or cough a little, and be prepared to answer a few questions, like when you'll be back or if you're seeing a doctor. Finally, end your conversation by promising to return as soon as possible and being available to help out with anything you can from home. If you want to learn how to act at work the following day, keep reading the article!