I have an extremely boring job and I have an interview on friday with a new company which I really want to work for. The job I have an interview with is closer to my college major, when the job I work at now has nothing to do with my major (psychology). You can also get promotions at the new place, unlike my job now where I was told by someone who has worked here for 30 years that this is the position I will stay if I work here forever. I like my boss, she's nice, but when it comes to everyone else, I could care less if I let them down. If I get this job, how is it possible for me to break the news to my boss and not feel guilty of letting her down? What's the best thing to say (I'm going for short but sweet)?
2006-10-30 00:43:18 · 9 answers · asked by IamConfused00 1 in Business & Finance ➔ Careers & Employment
Quitting your job, the vast majority of the time is nothing personal, it is just a business decision. I understand your feelings, however, the only one you are letting down if you don't take this better opportunity is yourself. There really is no need to feel guilty. The reason you are attending college, is because you have set goals, and made plans for your life. Part of accomplishing this is going to mean you will, sometimes, have to leave behind people whom you genuinely care for and like.
Having said that, this is what I would do in your shoes. I would type a short letter, thanking her for the opportunity she has given to you, make sure she knows you have gained valuable experience working for her, because you have. This letter should also detail the date your last day will be, and the fact you are planning to work a two week notice. Go to her, and tell her face to face your plans. I am guessing, that if this woman likes you as much as you seem to like her, she will give you her blessings and be happy for you. Of course, she will probably be disappointed and maybe not want you to go, but she will be happy and want to help you any way she can.
Keep in mind, bettering yourself is not wrong, and therefore not something to be guilty about. You are not letting anyone down. look at it this way, you maybe opening the door for someone else to have a great opportunity while you are moving ahead to a better opportunity for yourself.
2006-10-30 01:10:17 · answer #1 · answered by bowtierodz 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Tell her that you found a job that you're very interested in and are moving on. Thank her for the opportunity she gave you, and consider staying in touch with her to add to your network of contacts and future reference possibilities. Be kind, positive, grateful, thankful, and firm. Don't tell her too much more than this and don't slam the former employer. Don't complain about things at your old job (unless they're super-important and genuinely helpful for your boss to know), don't criticize anyone you want to get back at at your old job unless it's something really material.
DO NOT FEEL GUILTY. Employers fire all the time with no notice & reason, they outsource to save money, etc. Never feel too secure in a job -- companies stock prices often move up the more they fire, and senior management makes more $$ the more the stock price moves up. Little loyalty is expected in the workplace anymore. Your old boss may be nice, but most organizations are basically machines w/an objective much bigger than you personally and that organization trumps your nice boss in the overall scheme.
2006-10-30 03:07:38 · answer #2 · answered by Babyface 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
First you need to be sure you have the other job you are interviewing for and after that go in to work and tell your boss you are leaving because you feel the new job has a better opportunity for you in the long run and you fell it's the best thing for you to do. Your old company really doesn't care that you leave they just don't like to have to hire someone else and train them so keepng you is the easiest thing for them to do ,so that's why they like to make people feel bad for leaving, especially the good workers. Do it and don't look back and never go back to your old job, keep moving forward.
2006-10-30 01:10:52 · answer #3 · answered by nappa 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You should never feel guilty about trying to better yourself. You should just be honest with her and explain that this new position has much more potential for your career and has more opportunities for advancement. Tell her that you appreciate all she has done for you, but that it is time for you to move on. She should have a lot of respect for you, as some people don't ever worry about telling their boss anything, they just walk out. This never looks good, but she should give you a good referral and this will be very important on your resume. Plus, it will say something for you at your new place also. They will be able to see that you do not just want to leave your old boss high and dry, that you have the decency to give notice. I think you will be just fine. It seems that you have high standards and good morals. You should be fine in anything that you do.
diane/diane@profitwithdiane.com
2006-10-30 01:05:32 · answer #4 · answered by ladydi 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have had a really great opportunity come my way that is just too good to pass up. I appreciate the time that I have been here.
If they aren't jerks, they will be happy for you. But don't be surprised if they replace you before your 2 weeks are up or even ask you to clean out your desk immediately. I had a boss do that to me once, She was so happy for me and then she replaced me after a week and I went without a paycheck till my next job started.
Good Luck!
2006-10-30 01:06:15 · answer #5 · answered by Busybake 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
For the written notice, do NOT give out any more details than the date, and it's your 2 week notice, and your final date. That's it. All they need is the piece of paper for the files. Any more info could be bad, as in being sued over something. Seriously, keep it short and sweet. One or two sentences should cover it.
2006-10-30 00:54:08 · answer #6 · answered by chefgrille 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I Quit!... remember, work is strictly business... it's not personal. the days of people putting in 25 years with a single company and retiring are gone. the average time a person works for a company before moving on is only 6.5 years. because of the rapidly changing economy and the need for most American families to have 2 incomes, most Americans can not afford to keep long term positions before seeking upward movement. also, keep in mind, the company you work for would not hesitate to cut you loose to save its bottom line.
2006-10-30 01:12:48 · answer #7 · answered by jeep_man129 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Why feel guilty? A job is a business excahnge: your labor for their money. Did they do more for you than that?
I am a nice boss, but if I lose an employee to a better situation for them, good for them. I just go out and find the next "you" who hopefully is as good or better!
As for your actual question: Effective (date), I am resigining my position as (title). I would like to thank you (presuming it is the boss you are writing to) for (whatever makes her "nice"). I appreciate ....
2006-10-30 00:48:43 · answer #8 · answered by kingstubborn 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
say u are very very sorry for letting her down and buy for her small gift for farewell
2006-10-30 00:48:12 · answer #9 · answered by mintmiint 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋