I'm a student and I've been working at a retail store for about 6 months. I started as a summer temp, but I decided to stay when school started back. Even though I like it, I'm starting to get stressed with dealing with school (I'm a pre-dental major), work, and social life. Also, they're not being flexible with schedules. I'm considering quitting after I go in Thursday and Friday, preferably Saturday, but I wanted to know if I had to give 2 weeks notice or is 2 days acceptable as wll? Thanks in advance.
2006-12-12 16:01:07 · 16 answers · asked by ~BuBbLy~ 1 in Business & Finance ➔ Careers & Employment
Both is a great idea, but I agree that you definately need to give two weeks notice. That is VERY professional, even tho you view it as "only a retail job". When future employers do a background check and speak with your past employers (and they will) it will look nice and professional on your part.
Good luck with work!
:)
2006-12-12 16:04:00 · answer #1 · answered by Boodie 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Give a one to two week notice for retail. And don't complain on your way out. Before you leave meet as many managers and leaders as possible. They will be part of your career network, not matter what position or intelligence they have. In fact your notice letter should state how supportive the company was what a great group of people to work for. You'll be amazed how you'll encounter those same people over time.
2006-12-12 16:14:49 · answer #2 · answered by Dean 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Retail jobs are whats called at will employers. They can fire you at any moment and you can quit at any time. The 2 weeks notice is a courtesy. If you list this employer as a reference in the future they will likely say you were a good or bad employee based on the way you leave. Now of course they are not supposed to do this but they all do.
2006-12-12 16:03:43 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
Write a short resignation letter. It provides a record for you and your manager as to what happened.
Dear Manager,
It is with regret that I must resign my position. Unfortunately my school work load is taking more and more time. I have enjoyed my time with XYZ and thank you and XZY. I would like my last day to be no later than ABC.
*********
It is the holidays, so it might be good to stay through Christmas. Also if you give notice you might be eligible for re-hire, or maybe they can let you work during school breaks.
2006-12-12 16:28:56 · answer #4 · answered by Gatsby216 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think you should give them some kind of notice. Especially sense this is a busy time of year. If you would ever want to use them as a reference in the future, I think it would look better. I think 2 weeks notice would be fair, but I don't know your situation.If that is impossible, then 2 days will work.
good luck
2006-12-12 16:06:03 · answer #5 · answered by bobbie v 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You don't *need* one but it can't hurt - sometimes people "forget" things that they only hear; if you write it down it may sink in better. Also, having a copy of the letter for your own reference later will help you remember the exact date you resigned and left work, if you ever need to know that.
2016-05-23 16:56:02 · answer #6 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You never have to give notice...it is simply a courtesy to your employer to give them time to try to find someone else. The principal reason for extending as much courtesy as possible to an existing employer is that you always want to be able to use that employer as a reference for any future employment. Remember, every job and piece of experience can be a positive on your resume.
2006-12-12 16:05:37 · answer #7 · answered by Robert A 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you wish to use this job on a future resume, it would be best to give advanced notice. Tell your boss why you are leaving and then ask him/her how much notice would be sufficient. If you don't care, just quit when you want to and just not put the place down where you worked.
2006-12-12 16:04:29 · answer #8 · answered by wendy h 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No letter required, but you really should give them a notice. If you dont, you may not want to use them as a job refrence. Because once a potential future job finds out that you just up and left, they may not hire you. So you need to decide if you will want to use them for your next job aplication.
2006-12-12 16:05:25 · answer #9 · answered by mcdermond3 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You should always give two weeks notice, then you can always use them as a reference.
And if you needed to work there again for the "summer" you can always go back.
2006-12-12 16:07:47 · answer #10 · answered by nbalesteri 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋