ok, so i work in a fast paced environment, we had to hire some temps to help us out because this project that they had me do, i needed some help with. well this morning one of the girls that has been helping me comes in and tells me that she got a job offer, i was really excited for her because it sounded like a nice opportunity. So then i asked her when she was going to let our boss know (mainley so i knew when somone else would be here to help me) and she told me that she isn't telling anyone she is just going to stop showing up. am i being selfish because i know i need help, or should she tell someone that she is leaving on the 18th? please help!
2006-09-06 02:13:33 · 11 answers · asked by puppy love 6 in Business & Finance ➔ Careers & Employment
I guess that depends on whether or not you want to maintain a friendship with her after she's left. On the one hand, you gotta do what you've gotta do and if it's going to leave you in a bad way then you shouldn't feel obligated to cover for her. Also, if your boss ever finds out that you knew it might cause some tension. If you don't care if you ever speak to her again and you're really concerned about how this is going to affect you when she leaves, you might consider telling your boss but in a tactful way. You could just say "she's worried that we'll let her go now and she'll be without a paycheck until her new job starts". Let them know she's just trying to take care of herself and perhaps they'll keep her on until she actually leaves. That way it will be more like you're speaking to the boss on her behalf and not so much "telling" on her. If you do care about a future friendship then that might work anyways to go to the boss on her behalf. It all depends on your boss and what your company is like. Good luck! Tough one, I've been there!
2006-09-06 02:22:56 · answer #1 · answered by 'tisJustMe 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would encourage her to come forward and let your boss know. Did she offer up a reason why she's not? That is very unprofessional behavior on her part and sounds like she's essentially screwing you in the process. She should tell, and honestly, if she's not since she's putting you in the position she is, I would let your boss know so you're not left high and dry. And yes, like everyone else has said, typically 2 weeks notice is what is given - in some positions it's 4 weeks. By not giving any notice whatsoever, that is burning bridges.
2006-09-06 09:30:42 · answer #2 · answered by Sunidaze 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you know she is leaving the 18th and therefore you need to contact HR and get a replacement.
she is being inconsiderate by not giving any notice, so i feel no sympathy to her for any repercussions by her keeping this a secret.
i used to do HR for a F-500 company and when people just jump ship it makes it difficult for everyone invovled.
obviously, you know this since you are already feeling the stress of her leaving.
tell your boss or tell HR so she can be replaced as soon as she leaves.
if she gets mad at you, then simply state that the respectable thing to do is give a notice and she didn't and you need to ensure she is replaced in a timely fashion....
period.
it's business...not personal. she is being selfish and rude. i hope someone puts her in a tight spot at work someday and she will think of this situation and learn a lesson.
take care.
2006-09-06 09:40:03 · answer #3 · answered by joey322 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
No, you're not being selfish; you have deadlines & need to be able to plan. She needs to tell the boss. By being childish like this, she's screwing you & your company over. If she was hired through a temp service, she's also giving them a bad reputation.
If she doesn't tell the boss, you have every right to.
2006-09-06 09:25:16 · answer #4 · answered by Celt 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
As a temp, she should let her employment office know. She may not be doing that because of finder's fees that the hiring company may be trying to avoid. If I were you I would mention to my boss about her leaving for a job offer so he can get someone to replace her.
2006-09-06 09:20:41 · answer #5 · answered by tw0cl0n3m3 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Look over the applicants you have, be prepared to hire someone else. She is telling everyone, it won't be long before your boss knows. Besides, it might just be all talk!
2006-09-06 09:17:18 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
She should definitely tell, doesn't she know that it is considered the professional thing to give someone a 2 week notice?
2006-09-06 09:16:06 · answer #7 · answered by sweet smile 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
she should definitely tell a supervisor that she plans to terminate her employment...............not only for your company but for herself as well because leaving any job without giving a notice is not good practice and will not look good for her when she applies for other jobs and has to provide the required information on employment applications
2006-09-06 09:19:50 · answer #8 · answered by ranger_girl 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
She should tell someone. Typically a two week notice is considered a professional courtesy. It should not be too hard to replacve her though so two weeks would not be needed in her position.
2006-09-06 09:17:41 · answer #9 · answered by chios78 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
She should definitely tell, you are temp does not mean you can stop show up one day
2006-09-06 10:10:58 · answer #10 · answered by xzhou11377 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋