i just started this job 2 weeks ago, and i hate it. ive already received another job offer, and i start there in a week. im not going to leave a notice, and so should i tell them im not coming back on friday? or should i go ahead and tell them today? but what should i say?
2006-07-31 07:54:27 · 9 answers · asked by dixiegirl0270 1 in Business & Finance ➔ Careers & Employment
I would just tell them that the job is not working out and you've decided to move on. As of when to tell them, now that's tricky. If you tell them now they could possibly bring in someone that interview about the same time as you, but you run the chance of not having a job for a week (however this is the nicer way to go about it). If you wait it leaves an extra bad mark on your resume.
2006-07-31 08:00:55 · answer #1 · answered by Sherry 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Tell him that while seeking a job you had applied to many businesses, and as a result a wonderful job opportunity has been offered. Also tell him how you appreciate the opportunity he gave you but that you just cannot turn down the new offer which has just come your way. Apologize for not being able to give more notice and say the reason is because you cannot loose the other job opportunity.
Always handle leaving any job in a mature manner. You never know what may bring you back to that company or in front of the same management at another employer.
2006-07-31 08:09:27 · answer #2 · answered by brenda c 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You probably won't ever use this job as a reference, but it isn't a good idea to just bail without notice. Common courtesy is to give 1 to 2 weeks notice, but since you just started you have less time. You should speak with your boss in private. Explaining that you are sorry, but the job isn't quite what you expected, and that you will be departing in a weeks time. If there are specifics that you want to disclose, do so. But in no way should you leave there on a sour note. Be as diplomatic as you can, while thanking your boss for the opportunity. You never know when your paths may cross again, so never burn a bridge you may have to cross again.
GOOD LUCK with the new job.
2006-07-31 08:10:08 · answer #3 · answered by Kweschinner22 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Go to your boss TODAY and explain that this position hasn't worked out for you. Every company uses a trial period, both for their protection and yours. More than likely, they don't expect a 2 weeks notice. And you might be surprised to find out your boss is already aware you're not satisfied with the job.
Don't burn any bridges, it's a small world and you never know what's around the corner.
Go out professionally!
2006-07-31 08:02:06 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-11-27 01:31:50 · answer #5 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hey dude, sorry but I have to leave. You don't owe your boss any explanations as to why you're doing what you're doing. As long as you give 2 weeks, don't sweat it. You can forget about including this company on your resume though. Don't be afraid of the person, you have to do what's best for you, not the company.
Good luck!
2006-07-31 07:57:57 · answer #6 · answered by Borat Sagdiyev 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You dont want to burn your bridges.
You should sit your boss down and explain that this positon was not all that you had hoped that it would be and that you'll be moving on. You appreciate the opportunity and the kindness their company has extended to you, and you're sorry but you need to move forward with your career.
2006-07-31 07:59:38 · answer #7 · answered by camoprincess32 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Only uncouth douche bags leave a job without notice.
If you can't give 2 weeks give as much notice as you can.
2006-07-31 07:58:22 · answer #8 · answered by Joker 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Don't be rude about it but just tell him.
2006-07-31 07:57:16 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋