is two weeks' notice too short to give employer?

Question

I just got offered a job last week and accepted it, contingent
on a reference and initial background check.

I informed my current boss at this point that I intend to change jobs, since they would be calling for the reference check.

I can't give formal, written notice until I get a start date,
and I can't get that until I pass the reference check.

They are "on notice" I intend to leave now.

I see comments that two weeks is too short a notice.

I thought it was standard to do that.

Is two weeks still acceptable for notice?

My job winds down over the holidays,
so they would have until January to find a
replacement.

Answer 1

Two weeks is the standard "notice." If you feel that you need to give your employer more time, inform him/her that you have been offered another position and are considering it. Maybe your current employer will offer you a raise; otherwise, consider it a done deal: YOU'RE OUTTA THERE!

Answer 2

Most jobs 2 weeks is standard notice. Some jobs that have critical components may require 1 month -- however usually you are under a contractual obligation then.

Technically, you don't have to give any notice, but the employer can state that you didn't give notice if you ever attempt to use them as a reference in the future. So 2 weeks is just fine. Especially since you have put your employer on notice and they can begin the job search now.

Just be prepared - if they fill your position before your two weeks, they can let you go. But most good employers won't do that for good employees.

Answer 3

It depends on your job, but two weeks is the standard and unless you have a contract that requires more than that, it's OK to give just two weeks. If you have a very complex job, with little or nobody to back you up, it's decent but not required to give more.

That two weeks should be two weeks actually working, not including vacation time or holidays.

Answer 4

I'm not sure where you are, but the notice is generally that of courtesy unless your contract states otherwise. Absent a contractual obligation, a two week notice should be sufficient.

Answer 5

Think of it this way. Your employer would give you 2 weeks notice, you do the same for them. Fair.

Answer 6

2 weeks is SOP don't stress it your not the first one to leave a company .as for references allot of time they don't check it cost money to check and most company's are to worried about the bottom line.you gave notice hes knows your going.

Answer 7

Two weeks is standard notice.

Answer 8

I own a business and thats what I ask for.