Do you have to answer your boss on your day off?

No you are not, unless he agrees to pay you for the use of your time. Many bosses behave like this because they know the employees are afraid of being fired. Do not allow yourself to be intimidated or taken advantage of.

Can an employer make you use your phone for work?

If you need a cell phone for work, your employer can insist that you use your own. If your employer swings the other way and requires you use your personal phone, the company may reimburse you.

Can employer read text messages on company phone?

Your employer may monitor your personal text messages on your company cell phone. Employees of private companies should have no expectation of privacy when using company-issued hand-held communication devices.

Should you text or email your boss?

A text is best reserved for situations in which you need an immediate response or want to provide a quick important piece of information, says Shah. But if you need more than a few brief sentences, an email is more appropriate. “For information that can wait, use email so your boss can decide when to respond.”

Do you have to answer a text message from your boss?

If you are an hourly employee and your boss sends you texts regarding a work situation (if it’s an emergency), you should answer, at least once. If you are asked to do something while you are not “on the clock,” you have a perfect expectation to be paid for your time.

Are after hours texts expected from employees?

If you are in the United States and receive a salary, “after hours” texts (and meetings, and work) are expected. That’s why they have positions which are “management” (exempt/salary) vs hourly (non-exempt/other employees).

What is the most professional way to respond to a text?

I would say the most professional response is “I will address this in the morning (or whenever your next shift time is) . Have a good night” That should”train” them to approach you in the morning or your next scheduled time. Once you address the contents of the text follow up with your boss afterwards during work hours.

What happens to text messages after they are sent?

Texts will go bye-bye, erased as they are sent, with no hint they ever were. Communication where I am expected to be tethered 24/7 is not a privilege extended to employers.