What do I do about a no-call no-show?
Short answer
First time, talk to them when they're back. Second time, they're done. Don't drift.
First offense
Stuff happens. A direct conversation: 'You can't disappear without a text. If this is real life, call. If it's not, this can't repeat.' Document the conversation that day.
Second offense
That's their answer. Don't talk yourself into one more chance. The team is watching whether you mean what you say.
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