I'm starting a new job in approximately three weeks however within the first week I start is my A Level certificate day which is quite a big thing to me as it's at the Royal Shakespeare Theatre and it's almost like a graduation day with parents attending etc. I'd like to go but feel maybe it would sound awful if I requested time off in the first week of starting this job. Should I just keep my mouth shut and not go, or talk to them and see what they say? I don't want to appear undedicated but at the same time I'd like to go.
Thanks in advance for answers...
2007-11-20 02:03:32 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous in Business & Finance ➔ Careers & Employment ➔ Other - Careers & Employment
Companies are typically okay with that kind of stuff if you let them know upfront. Just be honest and tell them what is going on. I am sure it will all be okay.
Good luck with it and CONGRATULATIONS!
2007-11-20 02:10:35 · answer #1 · answered by Slipped Halo 5 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Well, it sounds like you should have considered this when you agreed to start in three weeks as the above answers are appropriate.
But considering that you've already taken the position and didn't mention it, you're right, it will sound awful when you request the time off. But you put yourself in this situation from the start, so I'm assuming you just want to hear someone tell you it's okay, ask for the time off, it'll all turn out just fine.
So, I suggest when you do ask for the time off, you apologize to them first (because you didn't do the right thing to begin with) and then be prepared to tell them you'll make a better effort to let them know in advance next time.
And if you're as hyped about this event as it sounds like you are, I don't suggest you keep your mouth shut as you'll most likely hold a grudge and regret not doing it.
2007-11-20 02:20:51 · answer #2 · answered by happybirthday 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
During your interview, when you found out you got the job, you should have let them know that you could start on such and such a date but you would be absent this date. They would have not had a problem with it being presented like that. After the fact, depending on how important you are etc. they may have a problem. My suggestion is to feel them out and see. Bring it up and let them know how important it is to you, however, let them also know that you are committed to the job as well. Good luck.
2007-11-20 02:09:53 · answer #3 · answered by cuddleyleo2003 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Tell them right from the beginning that you have a commitment for that date and will be taking the time off. Most employers do not have a problem with this if they are told in a timely manner.
2007-11-20 02:06:54 · answer #4 · answered by kny390 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
For an event like that, it would seem reasonable to ask if you could have time off. You could offer to make up the time. Don't go in demanding, but it's fair to ask. If they say no, they say no - most employers would say OK for something like that. When you ask, mention that you almost hate to ask since it's your first week......
2007-11-20 03:21:08 · answer #5 · answered by Judy 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The best thing to do would be to let them know you would prefer to start the week following your event. Most companies won't mind delaying your start date but taking time off once you have started can be disruptive.
2007-11-20 02:06:50 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Well fr future notice this is what I usually do when I apply I ask would it be a problem I have something to do and you tell them what days and everything. It don't usually bother them and sice you don't start yet go up there and talk to them about it tell them how important it is to you
2007-11-20 02:08:54 · answer #7 · answered by ? 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
If you let them know far enough in advance there should not be a problem. I was a hiring manager for a few years. As long as my new hires were upfront, I was generally easy going.
2007-11-20 02:07:47 · answer #8 · answered by Euphorickc 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Explain the situation, but be careful and read the expression of your new boss. If they do not seem pleased then don't go.
2007-11-20 02:06:52 · answer #9 · answered by verrico98 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋