What to text your boss when you're running late
When you're late, the worst message is a long excuse. Say you're late, give the new time, and move on. Your boss only needs to plan around you.
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Three ways to say it
“so sorry my train got delayed i'll be about 30 min late really sorry”
My train is delayed, so I'll be about 30 minutes late. I'll join the 10 o'clock call from the road if I can.
“there is something going on at home i need to sort out first will be in by lunch”
Something came up at home that I need to sort out first. I'll be in by lunch and will catch up on anything I miss.
“i overslept and i'm so embarrassed i'll be there in 20 mins please forgive”
I overslept, my mistake. I'll be there in 20 minutes.
Common questions
What to text your boss when you're running late
When you're late, the worst message is a long excuse. Say you're late, give the new time, and move on. Your boss only needs to plan around you.
What should I text when traffic or transport?
My train is delayed, so I'll be about 30 minutes late. I'll join the 10 o'clock call from the road if I can.
What should I text when a personal emergency?
Something came up at home that I need to sort out first. I'll be in by lunch and will catch up on anything I miss.
What should I text when you overslept, honestly?
I overslept, my mistake. I'll be there in 20 minutes.