Everyone is tempted to pull a sickie. The problem is that your job could be on the line if you yield to temptation too often or stray too near your workplace on those days of stolen bliss.

 
Being caught out taking a sickie is an embarrassing gaffe that could damage not just your reputation but your whole career. But you do have a few options to rescue the situation. Like DJ Chris Evans, who was spotted out on the town while on sick leave from his breakfast show, you could stubbornly maintain that you are genuinely ill. The danger is that your company may decide that the best cure for your sickness is the termination of your contract. Another option is to put your hand up, admit the deception, say you're sorry and promise it won't happen again. You may well get away with a mild warning.

 
The best way forward is to turn the situation to your advantage. It could be just the trigger you need to consider what you dislike about your work. Maybe you'll decide to talk to your boss, investigate some new jobs or improve your skills. In the end, it could be the best thing that ever happened!