I took my current job somewhat out of desperation - because I did not want to wait around any longer to hear back from others. After four days of working there, I received an offer from the job I really wanted. Is it not wise to leave a new job so soon? How can I do this professionally and politely? Or maybe there are benefits to staying (other than avoiding the embarrassment of quitting abruptly)?
2007-01-28 11:27:42 · 12 answers · asked by LeeLee 1 in Business & Finance ➔ Careers & Employment
Just don't put it on your resume. Don't burn bridges either, which may be impossible. Be honest with them, and also be prepared if you give 2-weeks notice, they may not want you to stay at all as they have already invested time in you that isn't going anywhere.
My advice? Do what is best for you.
2007-01-28 11:34:18 · answer #1 · answered by Keep It Sane 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Embarrassment should be the last thing on your mind. Why take the chance at being unhappy in your new position when the other job is really what you wanted. I would just simply explain that you were leaving your options open and the opportunity of a lifetime was offered to you. I would advise the current employer that you would be more than happy to give them two weeks notice so they can fill your position. That would be the right thing to do. It all boils down to what you really want. Be unhappy or very happy. It is your choice and no one else can make it for you. Good Luck!
2007-01-28 11:34:10 · answer #2 · answered by Wendy H 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I know it sounds mean but I would. In fact I did. Two weeks after I worked there I put in my two weeks. No joke. I moved out of state and went from a job that paid maybe 7 an hour to one that paid 30,000 a year. It depends if your new job is in the same field though. For example, if you are a teacher and quit in the middle of the year. The other schools aren't going to want you. It might be embarrassing but will you see those people again?
2007-01-28 11:33:39 · answer #3 · answered by chevy7265 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
if it is better, sure. the company you now work for would lay you off if it had to. any work done helps each side, the employer and employee. you are not a slave, you owe them nothing.
you work a week or two before you are paid, so the company owes you, so dont let these scaremongers put you off.
dont let these answers here scare you from leaving if it is exactly what you want. you may want to be professional, but is doing something you dont like being professional? the company will find another mouse to run in the wheel, so no one really loses, except for time spent training you.
do what needs to be done, but beware... is the grass truly greener?
2007-01-28 14:49:28 · answer #4 · answered by SAINT G 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you have been offered the job you wanted, you should take it. Explain the situation to the people that hired you. Tell them that you really appreciate the opportunity they've given you, but an incredible opportunity came along that you couldn't pass up. Be very apologetic about it and let them know AS SOON AS POSSIBLE to cause them as little time/money to find a replacement as possible.
The bottom line is: Life's short. Don't pass up any opportunities to get something you really want.
2007-01-28 11:35:08 · answer #5 · answered by G 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Be honest and give at least two weeks notice. They will have to honor that request, after all, you are working for your benefit as well as theirs, I am sure if your boss got offered a job of their choice they would do the same thing! Good luck!
2007-01-28 11:32:57 · answer #6 · answered by Whirled Peas 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
of direction you could depart! lol. the only undesirable component about no longer giving a 2 week observe is that you'll likely under no circumstances get a good reference from them. Plus, it is form of impolite to to depart the authorities with filling your hours someway with none observe. it must be completely a offender offense to no longer pay you only for no longer giving observe so convinced, you'll receives a fee so do not trouble about it. Congrats on a better job and good luck!
2016-10-16 05:47:42 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
are you sure that the job offer you wanted will still be there after two weeks? just make sure that you give them the facts and if they can let you quit earlier the better.
its better for both parties that you quit ealry. you can pursue your "dream" job and they wont waste their resources in training you.
2007-01-28 11:41:38 · answer #8 · answered by klao8 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
if you receive a job and u think its better than go ahead and take it
if you have the time than do both jobs just do the one you got first in ur extra time but make sure that you woulsd still have time for yourself
2007-01-28 11:36:01 · answer #9 · answered by Pshtt Baby x3 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you can not quit after 4 days and still want to be "professional and polite".
2007-01-28 11:30:47 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋