should I tell my boss?

Question

I really hate my job, and I may be moving to colorado. I found another company that I like that looks interested in hiring me, and they said they will transfer me if I make the move to denver. Should I forwarn my current boss that I am thinking of moving? That way she will have a little warning if I give my notice. Or should I just give my notice if the other company decides to hire me and just drop the bomb on her?

Answer 1

As someone who works with supervisors all day, everyday, I am going to your suprise say without a DOUBT "drop the bomb". Do not tell your employer unless you have a written job offer in your hands. If the company is willing to relocate you wait until they have made that comittment in writing! Job fall throught, companies go south, the economy goes bad, life situations change, a applicants candidacy changes, your desire might change, etc, etc, etc.

Bottom line do not tell your boss until both you and your future employer has made a 100% commitment. This is without a doubt the most common mistake I see made by employees. Hiring managers and recruiters can smooth talk you all day, but ask for the committment in writting with details about the position responsibilities, pay, and relocation package.

2 weeks notice is standard and all that is needed- if your boss wants more he or she is being selfish and tell that person it is not possible. If your future employer is not willing for you to give a 2 week notice he or she is being selfish and tell them that it is not possible. If your future employer persists on telling you that you must start work before you can complete the 2 week notice do NOT take the job. Do you want to work for a company like that?

Here is what I have seen happen when people have notified their boss that they're lookin at another opportunity.

FIRED/Terminated/Laid off/downsized (all the same)
Harrassed
Overburden with extra work
Not given deserved opportunities
skipped promotions or pay raises
... pretty much you name it.

The only good thing that comes out of telling your boss is they might try to see how they could make you stay. If you do want to stay then you need to be thinking about a totally different conversation. Approach your boss about the problems you're having now.

Answer 2

It's always easier to get another job while you still have a job. Make sure that everything is lined up and that you have a secure position with the Colorado company. You have no obligation to inform your current employer of any PENDING employment possibilities; rather, once the situation is rock solid secure in Colorado, you do owe a courtesy of providing two weeks notice to your current employer; however, again, be sure that all is in place with the Colorado employer and the transfer itinerary in place. The Colorado company by the way should offer to pay for your transfer, including all moving costs, etc.

Answer 3

I agree with the first two answers. I'm going through this too...waiting to hear if I get an offer in Portland, OR. I believe proper business protocol is to wait until you get the offer and then give the two weeks. The current company may counter offer, but it's probably too little too late.
You mention that you have been moonlighting, and you will put yourself at the top of the "cut" list...and if you don't get the offer...now what?
Good luck on that offer.

Answer 4

Unless you have some kind of employment contract that states otherwise, you are under no obligation to give any kind of warning that you may move or quit. If you are in a work at will state, either you or the employer can terminate your employment, with or without reason, with or without notice (again, in the absence of a contract). Two weeks notice is merely a courtesy to allow your employer a chance to find someone to replace you.

Answer 5

As efficient as you are the company will find a replacement. Tell the new company you need to give notice after they hire you. Two weeks notice is professional and both companies can understand that.

Answer 6

only give notice when u are hired at the other job then make sure you give the proper amount of time which is usually 2 weeks. you may need them to give you a good reference and its always best to leave on good terms from any job.

Answer 7

wait till you actually see the offer in writing, then prepare 2 weeks (by telling the new company you need 2 weeks after official offer date) to tell your boss that you are moving. 2 weeks is enough. best of luck!

Answer 8

DONT DROP THE BOMB. MAKE SURE YOU HAVE A PLACE SECURED IN THE DENVER AREA. THEN GIVE NOTICE TO YOUR PRESENT EMPLOYER THAT YOU ARE LEAVING IN SAY A WEEK OR WHATEVER. THAT GIVES THEM TIME TO FILL THE SPOT AND MAKES YOU LOOK LIKE A RESPONSIBLE CARING PERSON. MAKE IT A SMOOTH TRANSITION.

Answer 9

The way I see it, loyalty to a company is the worst thing you can have.

Think about it this way, if she were going to fire you, would she give you notice or tell you that " she might fire you but maybe not"? No, she would just hand you your last paycheck and tell you to leave,

so screw the company.

Answer 10

you should tell her that you moving, and she/he should understand it