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This Is Your Career Not Your Hobby, but what happens if you call in sick at an airline? Welcome to the inspirational, informational, and transparent aviation careers podcast. Thank you for listening and thank you for all those who reached out to me during this trying time.
I had a wonderful trip with an amazing overnight at a resort on the beach in San Juan, Puerto Rico. Unfortunately, I became sick towards the end of my trip and had to call in sick for my next trip that started after only one day off. So what happens when you call in sick at an airline? Well before we start that discussion a few announcements:
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Since we are still months behind on our questions we are considering adding additional episodes throughout the week until we are caught up. If your question is specific or you need more individual assistance you can always sign up for a career coaching session at https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/coaching/.
This Is Your Career Not Your Hobby:
- What happens when you call in sick at an airline?
- Make sure you review your attendance policy at work.
- It’s not a hobby it is a career. When you realize this you will start making more money in aviation.
- The accelerated school seems very attractive with their “guaranteed” job but is it really worth the extra money?
- Financing pilot training.
- What should I be doing now while I am in the military?
- Using disability benefits to pay for a new career in aviation.
- Having trouble financing flight school because of past credit problems.
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