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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]My attitude is that if it's important they should call -- I am not checking email.  If they call, however, I pick up unless I can't (driving, whatever) and I call back later if I missed the call.  Basically, both sides have to be flexible and respectful.  I rarely get calls, so when I do get them I don't mind it.[/quote]

This.  With my job responsibilities though, if I ignore things, they tend to get worse.  And they definitely don't go away, they're just waiting for me when I get back.  [/quote]

+1.  Depends.  My job does not require that I respond or make myself available - but I do based on the situation.  If it is a weekly staff meeting or staff call - no.  If it is a call regarding something that I am heavily involved in - probably. Sometimes it is best for me to be on the call and hear and address things directly as opposed to 2nd or 3rd hand.  Makes it easier to hit the ground running when I get back.  I check and respond to important emails at the middle of the day and in the evenings.  But that is all my decision - I have NEVER been asked to.  In fact, my boss is adamant that people not be fully engaged during a vacation and she will deflect when people want to reach you.  [/quote]

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