November 21, 2008 | Bangkok
Issue #263: Live Music

How To: Be Late for Work

How To: Be Late for Work

November 20th, 2007

Enjoying the night life hype may cause you trouble the next day. See our suggestions:

1. It’s all about the set up: Call in sick but then show up an hour late and tell your boss you were really sick but decided to come in anyway. Frequent the toilet often—no one asks about diarrhea.

2. Wear a memorial ribbon and look teary eyed. If anyone asks, your granny died...again.

3. Storm into the office late, looking really, really angry. Throw your bag down on the desk and look like you’re going to fight—everyone stays clear of angry people.

4. Get a promotion and become the boss—so no one can comment on your lateness.

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