Sick leave email auto reply
Here is an example of a sick leave email auto-reply:
Subject: Out of Office - Sick Leave
Dear [Recipient],
I am currently out of the office due to illness and will be unavailable until [Date of Return]. I apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and will respond to your email as soon as possible upon my return.
If you have an urgent matter that requires attention, please contact [Name of Colleague or Manager] at [Email Address] or [Phone Number].
Thank you for your understanding and I look forward to connecting with you upon my return.
Best regards, [Your Name]
You can customize this template to fit your company's tone and style. Here are some tips to keep in mind:
- Be clear and concise about your availability and expected return date.
- Provide an alternative contact for urgent matters.
- Keep the tone professional and apologetic for any inconvenience caused.
- Consider adding a brief message about how you will respond to emails upon your return (e.g. "I will respond to all emails upon my return and appreciate your patience").
Here is an example of a more formal auto-reply:
Subject: Notification of Absence due to Illness
Dear [Recipient],
I am writing to inform you that I will be taking a sick leave from [Date of Absence] to [Date of Return] due to illness. During this time, I will be unavailable to respond to emails and phone calls.
If you have any urgent matters that require attention, please contact [Name of Colleague or Manager] at [Email Address] or [Phone Number].
I apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding. I will respond to all emails upon my return and will do my best to minimize any disruption to our work.
Thank you for your cooperation and understanding.
Sincerely, [Your Name]
Remember to set up your auto-reply email to send out a notification to all recipients who email you during your sick leave. This will ensure that everyone is aware of your absence and can reach out to an alternative contact if necessary.