Hello
I work in NJ for a multinational firm for the past two years. I want to quit my job as I have a better offer
If I give two weeks notice tomorrow, 21 Nov, is it acceptable to say my last day would be Dec 5? I ask becasue the two day holiday comes into the picture.
I need to be out of the country for an important occasion by the 5 th and so need to resign quickly and see if a couple of days short of two weeks is okay or not.
I am on good terms with my employer and I think if I explain, he should not mind so much.
I am actually waiting for a background check to clear and they say it will be complete tomorrow.
I know I have nothing adverse in it to harm my position, but am still waiting for the surety from the future employers.
Some people I asked opinions of said there is no need to wait as if there is no problem in the background, the check will be fine and i can resign today also.
Please advise!!
2007-11-20 06:59:06 · 22 answers · asked by ssff 3 in Business & Finance ➔ Careers & Employment ➔ Other - Careers & Employment
Wait for the background check...just in case.
2 weeks is 2 weeks regardless of holidays and weekends- Dec 5 is fine
Congrats on the new job and have a safe voyage:)
2007-11-20 07:03:48 · answer #1 · answered by :) 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Congratulations on your new position! Two-weeks notice is common business courtesy. You say you are on "good terms" with your employer, so stay that way and give the notice. Without a doubt, the December 5 date will be acceptable to them. As the saying goes, "Don't burn your bridges behind you." You never know when you may need to go back to that employer - for reference, contact, or a job. Do the right thing - give the notice.
2007-11-20 15:04:35 · answer #2 · answered by Tad Dubious 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
While "two weeks" is standard, I've noticed that a lot of businesses prefer a month's notice these days. Your new employer should understand- and give you enough time to tell your current employer. If your trip out of the country isn't for work- but is personal- and it involved extenuating circumstances... perhaps the best thing to do is explain this to your current employer and offer to make yourself available for a longer period of time- on email, or one day of week- until they've got somebody settled into your position.
However- this depends on your specific job- if yours is one that can be easily filled- I wouldn't worry too much about it- just give the two weeks and be done with it.
2007-11-20 15:05:12 · answer #3 · answered by just me 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I would definitely wait until you have a firm offer from the new employer, but it shouldn't be an issue if you tell them Dec 5th is your last day. As long as you are currently in good standing with your present employer, I would be really surprised if they give you a hard time about it. Even if they do, it's not like they can fire you, right?!
2007-11-20 15:04:32 · answer #4 · answered by The Jesus 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Sounds like you have a good plan. Depending on your job responsibilities you may even be able to leave earlier, because most companies begin to gear down during late November and December.
In my company, when someone has told me they will be leaving.....that is their last day. My experience with past employees is that once they are going away they develop a bad attitude and don't produce and have even caught some stealing during their last few days. Once they know they are going they just don't care any more. So it serves me best to thank them for their time and they can turn in any keys they have and leave immediately. Sounds cruel but it serves us both.
2007-11-20 15:05:27 · answer #5 · answered by Lyn B 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
The fact that you are giving the two weeks notice is good some people dont do that. Dont think of the holiday, do the best that you can. Should give it today and you will be in all next week and some of december. whatever the case do it ASAP. Good luck on your new job!!
2007-11-20 15:03:47 · answer #6 · answered by hershey 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I think it is wise to wait until you know for sure the job is yours. As long as you here back from them tomorrow that should be fine. I don't think the holiday matters. Especially if you explain everything to your current employer, hopefully they will be happy for you. If you don't hear from them tomorrow, then it might be a good idea to give your employer a heads up as to what is going on.
2007-11-20 15:05:09 · answer #7 · answered by Bella 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
if u have a better offer just give ur notice for the 5th. its not mandatory to give notice just respectful if you ever have any plans on joining them again. most places like a two week notice it gives them time also to find another employer. im from jersey n need a new job. cant find anything tho : (
2007-11-20 15:11:01 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Giving 2 weeks notice tomorrow would be sufficient I think. Giving notice is only a professional courtesy, it is not required, anywhere.
-HR Girl
2007-11-20 16:56:33 · answer #9 · answered by Nicole R 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think your employer will understand and dec 5 sounds like enough notice to me. Perhaps you can offer to help in the training and transition of who they hire to replace you? (if you feel you are putting them in a bind)
I wouldn't tell your current employer until you know for sure the job is yours. anything can happen.
2007-11-20 15:05:19 · answer #10 · answered by hb232 2 · 1⤊ 1⤋