i put my 2 weeks in but my boss in going on vacation and he want's me to stay till he gets back.... i want to start my new job soon... should i stay the whole time or not?
2006-06-14 08:44:50 · 14 answers · asked by wohooalicia 2 in Business & Finance ➔ Careers & Employment
That is totally up to you. If you were treated well at your old job and your new job isn't going to be angry if you can't start for 3 weeks instead of 2 it may be a good idea to stay the whole 3. You never know when you may need a reference from that old job!
2006-06-14 08:48:54 · answer #1 · answered by Angelina 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It all depends on you. Some of these posts say that by law you have to give two weeks notice...they are totally wrong! You can give a days notice if you want, but people just like to give two weeks in consideration for their employer. If are able to stay three weeks then I would, unless you did not like your boss to begin with. It all depends on if your new employer lets you stay that extra week or not and if you still want a good relationship with your previous employer.
2006-06-14 09:10:38 · answer #2 · answered by ohnoslen 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Certainly I'm not aware of the respect you do/do not possess for the company you are leaving, or the boss who is sticking you in this sticky situation, but I consider this unfair. If the company has any respect for you however, they wouldn't ask this of you unless they were in dire need, which, in my perspective, keeping you simply so the transition of your resignation will go more smoothly while your boss is away for play, seems on the other end of the spectrum when it comes to dire needs... I say you should respectfully tell them your position, and leave after your two weeks is up. Tell them as soon as possible so they can begin to prepare for your leaving one week earlier than they have desired.
2006-06-14 08:56:07 · answer #3 · answered by plhfa 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Check with you new job and see if they can wait on you to start in 3 weeks instead of 2. Use that to make your decision.
2006-06-14 10:39:31 · answer #4 · answered by Stewiesgal 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You must do what is best for you. Think about it, if your boss were to fire you instead. Would he grant you 3 weeks to stay on the job until you found a new occupation?
2006-06-14 08:52:11 · answer #5 · answered by telltonieroberts 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well, by law only two weeks is required. And per the new At Will employment laws, you or your employer can separate your employment without notice. But, if you're looking for a reference from your current employer, you might want to try to work something out.
2006-06-14 08:50:28 · answer #6 · answered by cuddlesmileyface 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Obviously, you are well thought of where you are leaving. Unfortunately, your new employer hasn't had the opportunity to make that assessment yet. I recommend you ask them if there is any flexibility in your start date in order to not burn a bridge with your previous employer. Depending on the outcome, it might work out, but remember, you should ensure your new employer understands your loyalty will lie with them.
2006-06-14 09:00:29 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
i would stay the whole time unless your new job starts in exactly 2 weeks. no sense in burning bridges if you don't have to
2006-06-14 08:54:54 · answer #8 · answered by marty w 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Two weeks notice is the standard and the person you are working for knows it!!! Do what is best for you but try to not to burn any bridges, it is always good to have the reference.
2006-06-14 08:50:11 · answer #9 · answered by swdMO 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Apparently, you are a valuable employee. Here's my suggestion...talk to your new employer, explain the situation and see if they will be agreeable to you working an extra week at your former job. Good luck!
2006-06-14 08:48:59 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋