What is the first step you should take to address a potential late arrival or absence from work?

Know the standard process for reporting an absence or late arrival, by checking the employee handbook.

Besides giving advanced notice, what are two other steps you should take when you know you will be late or absent from work?

Be honest about the reason and have a plan to make up for the missed time.

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I can explain how attendance and punctuality contribute to workplace success.

Consistently being on time and ready to work is a great way to demonstrate reliability to your manager.

Before agreeing to a new task, clarify expectations by asking about the timeline, objective, and process.

To be reliable, make sure you know company policies and regulations, and if you're not sure about something, ask your manager for clarification.

This lesson includes 12 practice questions to reinforce learning.

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1. According to the video, what is the first step in demonstrating reliability to your manager?

2. What percentage of employers, according to surveys mentioned in the video, have fired an employee for chronic lateness?

3. List three common reasons employees give for being late to work, as mentioned in the video.

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