I have been accepted into a training course, and have to quit my job to do so.. (my parents are kind enough to lend me some funds to do the course and I can pay them back when I am employed again).. But I am feeling really scared and Guilty about quitting my current job I have worked with the company for years and just feel bad leaving.. what can i do to get over this guilt feeling?
2007-10-16 19:53:27 · 15 answers · asked by channille 3 in Business & Finance ➔ Careers & Employment ➔ Other - Careers & Employment
There's no reason to feel guilty just give 2 full weeks notice, tell them about your training and leave on good terms that way you'll have a good reference when your applying for work again and maybe a job to fall back on if things dont work out. good luck
2007-10-18 19:50:40 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
In the business world, employers do not really have a hold on their employees. What's important is that you are aspiring for the betterment of your future. No one will be held accountable for your career except yourself - so if this training course spell a big difference in your development then GO FOR IT! Need not feel guilty about leaving your employer. If you performed well and did a good job then no need to feel guilty. I am sure your employer would also encourage their employees to grow.
I would greatly suggest that during your exit interview (after you file your resignation) - mention how much you appreciated all the learning's and good treatment they showed you. Be honest in telling them how much this training course is important to you.
BTW, make sure you have completed all your assigned tasks before leaving the company. Be certain that your work scope will be properly delegated to ensure that your replacement won't have a hard time - doing your work. In this way, you would not feel bad about leaving the company.
Good luck!
2007-10-16 21:49:27 · answer #2 · answered by addicted too 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Realize that you are an employee at will, meaning they can fire you any time for any or no reason. Do you have a contract or are you in a Union? If not then don't feel guilty.
Employment at will, is the default method of employment, meaning you work today you are paid today.
So of course you should feel some trepidation, but not guilt.
You are responsible for doing what is best for you in the long run. There is nothing wrong with that.
2007-10-16 19:59:26 · answer #3 · answered by Gatsby216 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
there is nothing wrong with leaving a job with a little class and dignity,why burn bridges. give reasonable notice and leave on a friendly note. this way you will always have a good reference
for all of that time. However there is no reason to feel guilty for hedging your future. in fact if you are nice enough you might consider asking them too lay you off.this way you can collect unemployment. good luck.
digger
2007-10-16 20:16:47 · answer #4 · answered by digger 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
dear
You can approach your company and tell them that you are joining a training program and take a leave from your company for that period ofcourse without pay and rejoin the company after you have upgraded your knowledge and skills from this program.
You don't have to worry or feel guilty about it.
you are not doing anything wrong you just want to upgrade your self thats it
so if you feel this suggession can work go for it as this is what one of my friend has done and now by the end of this month he is going to UK of that training program
2007-10-16 22:17:49 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Write a letter to the company thanking them for the opportunity they gave you blah blah blah
Let them know what a positive experience it was for you, they may give you a letter of support later
when you apply for another job.
Stress that you are doing this because you have an opportunity to go back to school, and how much you will miss blah blah blah.
Good luck. What can they do with someone who is so nice?
2007-10-16 19:58:58 · answer #6 · answered by wpepper 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Free
2016-05-23 03:04:55 · answer #7 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Just go and do it, look at it this way if they wanted to fire you they would do it.
You are only a number in any job and if you're number comes around then it is removed so go and do that training course.
2007-10-16 19:58:00 · answer #8 · answered by Rod T 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Be honest about your feelings with your employer and tell him that you regret leaving but that you have an opportunity for personal growth. You'll probably get a lot of wishes for prosperity and hugs.
2007-10-16 19:58:23 · answer #9 · answered by ZORCH 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Why do you feel bad about leaving? You don't owe your present employer anything. Just tell them you are preparing for a different career.
2007-10-16 20:31:10 · answer #10 · answered by supertop 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋