Avoid Working on Black Friday

Many employees and workers have one thing in common -- the hatred of working on Black Friday. Black Friday is not only the unofficial first day of Christmas shopping (the day after Thanksgiving in America), but the one day of the year when stores gives deep discounts and slash prices for customers to kick-start the season.

Steps

  1. Analyze why you don't want to work on Black Friday. Is it because you want to go shopping? An alternative to getting out of work (and probably losing money if you get paid hourly) for shopping is to go online for sales. Most retailers have awesome deals online, and some will even ship it to you for free after a certain amount is spent. On the plus side, you'll be able to avoid getting trampled at Walmart.
  2. Okay, so you just don't want to deal with those crowds? Request the day off, and early too. Or, maybe you could work a half-day, or even switch shifts with someone. You could even go so far as to fake sick for the day, but don't come back with a manicure or presents for everyone from that sale at Target!
  3. Consider working that day, especially if it'll benefit you. If you are a waitress at a restaurant near a mall, or you work at an electronics or clothing store and get a commission, it might be in your best interest to work Black Friday. And even if you don't, you might just want to show your boss how reliable you are -- compared to the 15 other people who want off that day, too. This is your chance to stand out!

Tips

  • Online shopping may be the way to go.
  • Calling in sick on Black Friday is a bit fishy. Be sure to use a convincing sick-sounding voice.
  • If you have managed to get the day off legally, consider getting a gift for your boss or the co-worker who picked up your shift. It's only fair.

Warnings

  • If you fake a sick day and get caught by a co-worker or your boss, your job might be at stake.

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