im kinda new @ my job. im gunna be asking for a week off in June. im about 2 months new, and i'll be about 6 months in June. do u think the docs that i work with would be mad? i work @ a small vets office. im gunna ask them 2day, so i need as much advice as possible. im going to be flying to Nebraksa for my friends 21st bday.
2007-03-16 06:21:20 · 9 answers · asked by ○HiD○ 4 in Business & Finance ➔ Careers & Employment
What was the arrangement about time off when you were hired? Do you earn any vacation time?
There is certainly no harm in asking. The worst they can do is to say "no." You are giving them lots of advance notice. Phrase the question as "I'd like to...." rather than "I'm going to..."
Good luck.
2007-03-16 06:29:05 · answer #1 · answered by Mel 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Often times, employers expect new employees to work for 1 year before acruing paid time off. Even if it begins at 6 months, you won't have the days you need by the time you need them. You can ask to use this time in advance (and then have no PTO the following year), or ask if you can take the time off without pay.
Either way, it's a mildly touchy situation. I've been there too. In fact, I have to skip a wedding in Hawaii this month because I took a week off right when I started (I didn't know I was going to land the job).
Just be honest with them. They'll probably say yes, but it's their impression of your commitment to the job they may question. For example, I could totally go to Hawaii this month; but I absolutely do not want my new boss to think I'm a slacker taking advantage of a casual work environment.
Goog luck.
2007-03-16 06:34:35 · answer #2 · answered by Vanity 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
You should be fine. Most businesses offer some sort of paid leave to their full time employees. You may actually get that time off paid for, or part of it depending on policy.
Remember, people have lives out side of jobs, employers know this, and generally speaking, are flexible to it. It's good you are asking for this much notice, as summer is a busy time for people to travel.
Just ask the boss if there is a formal procedure to follow, and that you have a dear friend you would like to visit in June as it's her B-Day.
2007-03-16 06:42:57 · answer #3 · answered by zeebarista 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Most jobs have set holiday times. 1 week off after 6 months might be a little long, but ask now and see if you can get a week. Give as much notice as possible as they will need to find someone to replace you.
2007-03-16 06:38:56 · answer #4 · answered by Biz Guru 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
What's the worst they could say other than No? They can't punish you for asking. Alot of employees are afraid of their bosses but, me being a boss I encourage my employees to come to me with any questions that they might have and I approach with a calm and cool answer to make them feel more comfortable about asking. If your boss gets an attitude, just ignore it and wait till you've been there for one year and if they still don't let you off for a few days when you want them then it's time to get out of dodge.
2007-03-16 06:45:49 · answer #5 · answered by darkchild39702 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Most employers expect employees to work for one year before taking any vacation time. You can always ask politely and see what they say. But if they agree do not be surprised if you are replaced when you come back.
2007-03-16 06:39:06 · answer #6 · answered by ? 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Are you part time or full time? If you're full time, I wouldn't ask for time off this soon. Part time employees have a little bit more flexibility on not being needed like the full time person. But hey, it doesn't hurt to ask, does it? All they can do is say no and to wait a little longer. But ask now in case someone else wants that same time off. Seniority will rule.
2007-03-16 06:33:01 · answer #7 · answered by 2Beagles 6 · 2⤊ 1⤋
It depends on your employer.Most employers prefer that you put in at least a year of service before taking a week vacation.
The only advise I can give you is to ask. The worst thing that can happen. is they can say NO!!!!
2007-03-16 06:29:42 · answer #8 · answered by Tom Cruise 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
You can always ask, just be polite about it. They shouldn't be mad, and the worst they can say is no.
2007-03-16 06:30:26 · answer #9 · answered by marlie6211 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋