I am currently in college right now but I also work about 25 hrs a week at a tax firm. I've worked there for about 1 1/2 yrs and love working there, I'm studying accounting and it was my first accounting related job so my boss has become more like a mentor to me. However, because of a family situation, I am moving to Ohio for a semester which will mean I will either have to resign or have to ask for an extended leave of absence from my job (I may be back in summer of 07). Obviously written would be easier because I don't want to leave and it will be very hard telling my boss that but which is the more polite thing to do, write a letter to my boss or sit down and talk with him and explain everything?
TIA
2006-12-03 04:29:57 · 11 answers · asked by dshcpa 3 in Business & Finance ➔ Careers & Employment
all good points, thanks...only made it that more difficult:)
2006-12-03 04:36:18 · update #1
Jacques S...(thats TIA thanks in advance)
i appreciate the advice I hadn't even thought of working remotely and the more i think about it, that could be "do-able"
Dan
2006-12-03 04:48:22 · update #2
verbal would probably be the best since you are not a full time worker.
2006-12-03 04:37:29 · answer #1 · answered by Kelsey 2 · 0⤊ 2⤋
Schedule a meeting with him and bring a written letter of resignation. Discuss the situation with him and find out if you can take a leave of absence. If you can, fill out the paperwork and forget the letter. If the leave is not possible, tell him why you have to resign and hand him your letter. A written letter is the professional way to do things. You'll come across as competent and your boss would have no problems giving you a recommendation to another company (or even back to his own company) in the future. Good luck with everything. :-)
2006-12-03 04:38:48 · answer #2 · answered by Maggie W 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hi Tia,
With your boss being like a mentor a face to face or phone call is the ONLY answer.
With TAX Season right around the corner sooner than later would also be wise so he/she can find a replacement.
You may also be able to make an arrangement to continue working from Ohio. My ex is a CPA and has a few clients that she handles via email.
Good Luck,
Jacques
2006-12-03 04:41:27 · answer #3 · answered by jacquesstcroix 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Written and verbal. If this is a mentor of yours, your boss will be an excellent reference and stepping stone for when you graduate. Out of respect for the experience you have gained and continuing a future relationship with the firm I would do both. That said, I would explain the situation to your boss and see if you can work an extended leave plan out. You're very lucky to be working in your field of choice so early in your career and you should do everything you can to make it work for both of you. I know it will be hard, but it will be excellent experience on how to do with an adult situation. Good luck to you!
2006-12-03 04:35:36 · answer #4 · answered by leannainpa 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Do both.
A letter of intent is best prior to a talk.
This not only clarifies your intention, but it makes you professional as well.
There won't be any surprises. The letter will give your boss enough time to think about his actions and decisions and what to advice you. You don't want your boss to be caught with his pants down when you abruptly tell him you're quitting.
Things will be easier during your talk because it has been settled by the letter of intent.
2006-12-03 04:44:06 · answer #5 · answered by Rey Arson II 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Both.
Since your mentor and yourself have a close relationship, you ought to tell him in private your reasons of the resignation, thank him and both of you decide what shall be the next step, you owe him that.
Also, write the resignation in order to be formal, that will show the character you possess and the company will see good habits on you, so if in the future there will be an available position they will call you.
2006-12-03 04:51:19 · answer #6 · answered by Ya no estoy en Y!R por Facebook! 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Written is the best way to go. You can get all your thoughts down on paper and not miss anything important, like thanking them for the opportunity to work for their firm.
2006-12-03 04:32:52 · answer #7 · answered by medicswife23 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sit down and do it face to face. Since you aren't full time, there's really no need for a written letter of resignation.
2006-12-03 04:32:19 · answer #8 · answered by David545 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I would do both. Write the letter, upon giving it to him, explain the situation. He may offer the extended leave to you. Good luck to you!
2006-12-03 04:33:00 · answer #9 · answered by naughty_mattress_monkey 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Talk with him first. You dont know if its possible to take that extended leave of absence. If it is, then resigning wouldnt be necessary.
2006-12-03 04:33:34 · answer #10 · answered by JC 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Absolutely both - that's much more mature, responsible and professional.
2006-12-03 04:38:35 · answer #11 · answered by tirebiter 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋