No call, no show

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A no call, no show is a form of absence from the workforce, which is generally considered inconsiderate and very unprofessional. When a worker misses work, especially in jobs where ones workload would need to be substituted for the day (teachers, cashiers, servers etc), it is generally expected that he/she call in advance to warn of his/her absence, so his/her workload can be completed by the present workers. Many businesses have forms of punishments as a result of no call, no show's such as counseling statements, suspension and possibly termination of employment.