I have reason to believe I am getting an interview within my company for a completely different department. This is the job opportunity I've been waiting for for years. This is exactly what I went to school for! I've mentioned the possible interview to some co-workers and other higher ups. I know my boss appreciates the hard work I do for my department. (I'm in management) Bonus time is coming up in a month and it is at my boss's discretion as to the amount I get paid. I would love to use him as a referance, but I'm not sure what the right move is at this point. Advice anyone?
2007-08-04 17:48:28 · 10 answers · asked by emmy 4 in Business & Finance ➔ Careers & Employment ➔ Other - Careers & Employment
I've known that the company was going in this specific direction for a long time. ~5 years. This is the main reason I stayed so long. ( I've been with the company for 10) When it comes to interviewing, I don't think there is a policy on contacting your immediate supervisor beforehand.
2007-08-04 18:01:14 · update #1
Tell him exactly what you told us. That it is the job of your dreams. He will want to ride out this happy time with you, and I bet he gives you an even bigger bonus!
2007-08-04 17:52:12 · answer #1 · answered by Hangin Round, Downtown ... 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have worked at many companies and at all of them you would have to tell your current manager about your intentions before even getting a final interview. Seems odd that you could get a new job in the same company without your current boss finding out.
2007-08-05 01:21:28 · answer #2 · answered by Bob 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If the interview is within the company, the hiring department would almost surely talk to your current boss, so you might as well tell him.
Good luck on getting the transfer - I hope it works out for you.
2007-08-05 01:09:36 · answer #3 · answered by Judy 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hmm...I think it is SOP in my company to conduct interview discretely with a hiring manager. Former manager is not notified until the decision gets finalized. There is probably a good reason for that.
2007-08-05 00:53:39 · answer #4 · answered by oskeewow13 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I say take the job...You have been waiting for a long time for this opportunity...Your thinking about it too much, Just Do It!!
2007-08-05 00:55:06 · answer #5 · answered by Carla 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yeah a u shoudl tell ur boss that u r thinking about getting a better job that pays higher and see of he gives u a raise
2007-08-05 00:52:51 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Having a good reference is worth more money than a bonus in my book. Don't let it about the money.
2007-08-05 00:57:01 · answer #7 · answered by Kelby F 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Be happy, but unless you have better evidence than wild suspicions I wouldn't get too happy or you will be disappointed and probably think bad thoughts.
2007-08-05 00:53:33 · answer #8 · answered by ArachnidDemon 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i think you should tell him what this new position means to you and i think he will understand and support you
2007-08-05 00:53:26 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
tell him
2007-08-05 00:56:15 · answer #10 · answered by Michael M 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋