I see so many text exchanges with bosses here on this sub, and I'm just wondering why are you giving out your cell number and allowing them to text you!?
Guys, maintain a landline! Yes, you can still get a landline! All major telecoms still offer them, and they are relatively cheap. You can get a traditional copper wire landline or VoIP built in with your internet. Give them that number!
I'm 42, and I maintain a landline for my job only. I work in a professional field where I'm salaried. The expectation is I can be called after hours if needed. They call that landline. If I'm home, I answer, if not… Oh well ¯_(ツ)_/¯
They've brought up giving them my cell number before and I ask if they will be covering my phone bill. When the answer is no, I say that my cell phone is my personal device, and not for company use. They want to text me, they can pay for my phone.