My coworker is retiring in December. The thing is , since she is retiring, I will be out of a job as well.
Anyways, I was offered a job that pays $4 an hour more than what Im making now. I would love to quit my current job and take the new one, but I feel guilty about leaving my co-worker to look for a replacement for me 2 months before she is ready to retire. Should I feel guilty...and what should I say. Thanks !
2007-10-31 02:58:52 · 11 answers · asked by mullinon 3 in Business & Finance ➔ Careers & Employment ➔ Other - Careers & Employment
No you should not feel guilty. Remember, if the tables were flipped, the employer would not feel obligated to do anything. Let's just say they are looking to streamline operations and a possible move is to eliminate your job. Do you think they are going to say, but we shouldn't fire him because he has a family and a mortgage payment? Heck no! You need to look out for yourself. When it's appropriate, you need to be courteous. BUT, not when you put your livelihood in jeopardy. If you leave, trust me, they will limp along. When they let you go, will you be able to limp along? You need to do what is best for you. If that happens to also be the best for them - then that's a bonus. If not, then too bad because guess what - they will survive.
2007-10-31 16:49:00 · answer #1 · answered by savvy_recruiter 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No. You should not feel guilty about having found a job that benefits you. Your co-worker can hire temporary employees or family members to help you get to the point of retirement. You don't want to hesitate and lose this opportunity because of your feelings of obligation. I'm sure she would be grateful that you stayed as long as she did but, in the long run, that action can't further your career. Do what you feel is right and good for you. Tell her that this offer came along and you don't want to pass it up.
2007-10-31 10:14:13 · answer #2 · answered by ptruelove01 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'm sure your coworker doesnt' feel guilty about retiring. You have to take care of yourself first and formost. As long as you are giving your two weeks that is better than most people do.
You're doing the right thing!
2007-10-31 10:08:56 · answer #3 · answered by G-gal 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You should not feel bad at all. What would happen two months from now if you couldn't find a new position, much less one making more than you are making now. Tell them that you will consider doing some consulting work until the end of the year, give your notice and enjoy your new job!
2007-10-31 10:07:52 · answer #4 · answered by Spinache Jones 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I understand you feel that you're putting your coworker in a bind, but if you've got this great opportunity now, then take it. You gave two weeks notice, thats a lot more respectful than a lot of other people do. And maybe your coworker can retire sooner rather than later.
2007-10-31 10:02:13 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Im sorry but your career is first and more important than your co worker (she's retiring anyways). Try yto find a replacement ASAP and train her as well Opportunities like this aren't that esy to find
GOOD LUCK
2007-10-31 10:07:31 · answer #6 · answered by yolie857 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No, you did what you're suppose to do giving two weeks notice. I'm sure she understands that you have to do what's best for you and that's get a job before you're out of one. Thank goodness you won't have a break in pay.
2007-10-31 10:09:12 · answer #7 · answered by mz313 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No you should not feel guilty. You need to take care of yourself. Better pay tell her bye and offer to keep in touch and do so.
You need to look out for yourself. She can help train the new person before she leaves.
2007-10-31 10:32:03 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Two weeks notice is the standard notice time in most fields.
-HR Guru
2007-10-31 12:59:22 · answer #9 · answered by Nicole R 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No, not at all. One has to take many such step.
One has to be self centered, to certain extend.
2007-10-31 10:06:13 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋