It's National Leave Work Early Day: Here Are 15 Sure-Fire Excuses
It's Monday, and if you're feeling a little sluggish, this could be your ticket: Today is National Leave Work Early Day . . . and I have a list of some sure-fire excuses to get out early, thanks to the internet. They are:
1. A family emergency. This would work 99.9% of the time, as long as you're okay with the bad juju that could come from lying about something like this.
2. Diarrhea. This should also work most of the time, but it MIGHT be embarrassing if word of it got around the office . . . even if it's made-up. Or go with anything contagious, like you think you have the flu or a fever.
3. Sick / Headache. A more general illness / issue is a little easier to float . . . unfortunately, it might not have the same instant response as explosive bowels.
4. "Woman's issues." It's surely easier if you're a woman, but it could work if you're a man with a female partner or daughter.
5. There's a problem happening in your home. Maybe a water leak?
6. There's an issue with a pet. Could be an illness, or something you were "alerted to" by a neighbor or someone at home.
7. A religious reason. This would probably have to be semi-legit, because there's a decent chance you might have to elaborate.
8. A forgotten appointment. Could be a repairman or installer at home, or something medical. It will probably work, but you could face some frustration for not mentioning it earlier . . . especially if you work at a small business, and they would need to call in a replacement.
These are a little less "sure-fire," and your mileage may vary:
9. There are unexpected family members / guests at home.
10. Your kids' school called. Usually works better if you have kids. (???)
11. "Something personal came up."
12. "There's fraud on my credit card, and I need to deal with it."
13. "I'm exhausted."
14. "I accidentally soiled my pants."
15. "My grandparent has passed away." (Someone said, "Remember: When you start a new job, you can re-start the clock at FOUR grandparents.")
These are silly, but you never know:
16. "I have a tee time I need to make."
17. "I just had a very important package delivered."
18. "I walked into the corner of a desk, and suffered an injury to my crotch."
19. "I need to relieve some sexual tension."
20. "My stigmata is acting up." (???)
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Originally posted on June 2nd, 2025