Two weeks notice?

Question

I'm giving my two weeks notice tomorrow at my current job. What time of day should I sit down with by boss and tell her? I'm afraid that if I do it in the morning, then things will awkward and tense the rest of the day. However, if I do it at the end of the day, I don't want other employees to find out over the weekend.
What should I do?

Answer 1

Be professional about it, and come in early. Things won't be awkward. Giving a two weeks notice is the best thing to do when leaving a job. Your boss will have way more respect for you because you're doing it the professional way, instead of a "no call, no show". Don't worry about anything. Just go in early, talk to your boss, and things will be fine.

Answer 2

WAIT a second, the way I see it, lets go back to the beginning. You went to work for a friend 1 year ago, how was the first 6 months. Are you saying that now you are unhappy because they are giving you more work, more responsibility, longer hours, depending on you more because they know now you are a competent and vital person to their company, maybe they depend on you more because that is called on the job growth, you must prove yourself before you can advance. Lets say you have, now to your question. First forget they are friends and neighbors, they are your employer and you must handle this in a professional way, they will also feel better about you for handeling this in such a manner. DO not make it personal, Do not get emotional, just profesional. Pick a good time to approach your boss, not when he is busy or rushed, ask him when you could sit down and talk for fifteen minuets uninterrupted, this is best being done in a professional setting, not over a beer after work. Use words like I believe, I think, or Im confident, not I feel , thats emotional. Talk to him and ask him if he is happy with your work, then shut up, let him replie. This will give you imformation, that if it is very positive you can bring up your concerns and start negotiation's on where both parties walk away happy and know what is expected of them, do not agree to something you can not live with, you can always say you need time to think about it, which will give him time to reconsider his own position. If things are negative , find another job before you quit, even a bad job is better than not being able to pay your bills and digging yourself into a hole. Then you can give two weeks notice, DO'nt burn bridges since you will need him for a recomendation, and at the worst he can still be a friend or good neighbor. GOOD LUCK! Sorce employee, company owner, employer, plus internet resorces on how to handle similar concerns. Jerry

Answer 3

Put your two week notice in writing, it gives them something for the file. Depending on how your work day goes, just approach your boss when she/he has free time. Maybe mention to them in morning that you need to talk to them about something important, and when would be a good time. You will only need about 15 mins.

Don't feel awkward about it, you have another 2 weeks on the job, a few hours one day will not make any difference. Your employer will also appreciate your giving notice, and may even try to sweeten your job with a promotion or something so you don't leave.

Answer 4

As an employer I do not feel timing is important. Your format and presentation will be more of an impression on your boss. Ever stop to think you may be doing your boss a favor by resigning? Employers are at times tied to employees due to local legislation, unions, etc..... so you could just be one employee you boss will be glad to see go. My suggestion would be to approach boss and ask for a convient time to have a short meeting. In meeting just state politely and matter of factly your giving notice and if you wish state why. Provide a written letter of resignation for your employer with date of your termination. At this time you should clear the way to obtain a letter of reference if needed......your boss may ask you to sign a release for employment information to be given to others. Expect questions from your boss because if she is thourgh she will conduct a brief employee satisfaction servery and compile an exit summary for your file and her file. Keep your cool employers do not retaliate for resigning.....is your choice and your right. Good-luck with what you do next.

Answer 5

If you boss has time to talk, tell her in the morning. It won't be anymore awkward working with her that day, than it will the rest your your two weeks.

Answer 6

Just tell your boss before you begin work. They understand that people get bigger and better chances. In fact, she'll probably wish you luck and throw you a goodbye party. Not to mention giving your two weeks shows you are professional, and can end things on good terms.

Answer 7

Just tell her now. Forget the "uncomfortable" ****. You are quitting and if you've decided then i don't see what you should be uncomfortable about. What the heck does it matter if any third party finds out over the weekend. Do you think everyone is worried about your job?

Answer 8

I would approach my boss early in the day and say " I need to discuss something with you, when would be a good time ? " Then just follow her lead.

Answer 9

Do it at the end of the day so it won't affect your job performance, and ask your boss to keep it to herself as of why you are quiting or that you even quit working at all

....of course you can't keep it secret if you tell just that one other person.

Answer 10

It is best to do it as early as possible. Make sure you follow company guidelines such as if it needs to be written notice or some such thing. You Can also discuse keeping it confidential.