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Proper Etiquette, leaving a job for a new one
Posted on 1/20/14 at 9:39 am
Posted on 1/20/14 at 9:39 am
Currently working a job doing night shift work. Course load this semester is a lot more than the past, and I feel like I won't be able to handle it. I'm looking for an on campus job, and from a few friends that are in it, spots are filling up quickly, and they want workers to start immediately.
If the opportunity comes, and I'm required to make the decision of taking the job, do I give my two my two weeks notice? There's absolutely no way (literally, no way) I would work here again in the future, so I don't have to worry about burning a bridge. I'm just stuck in a hard place where I don't want to screw them over, but I have to take an opportunity if it comes.
If the opportunity comes, and I'm required to make the decision of taking the job, do I give my two my two weeks notice? There's absolutely no way (literally, no way) I would work here again in the future, so I don't have to worry about burning a bridge. I'm just stuck in a hard place where I don't want to screw them over, but I have to take an opportunity if it comes.
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Posted on 1/20/14 at 9:41 am to VermilionTiger
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If the opportunity comes, and I'm required to make the decision of taking the job, do I give my two my two weeks notice? There's absolutely no way (literally, no way) I would work here again in the future, so I don't have to worry about burning a bridge. I'm just stuck in a hard place where I don't want to screw them over, but I have to take an opportunity if it comes.
Do the right thing and leave a 2 week notice... don't burn bridges if you don't have to
Posted on 1/20/14 at 9:42 am to VermilionTiger
Do what you can do. It's not like they can do anything to you for quitting with little to no notice.
Posted on 1/20/14 at 9:42 am to VermilionTiger
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There's absolutely no way (literally, no way) I would work here again in the future, so I don't have to worry about burning a bridge.
never say never. but if you don't need a reference then I'd say just make up a school excuse once you have the on-campus position.
Posted on 1/20/14 at 9:43 am to VermilionTiger
tell them to kiss your arse and suck your dick. You've fricking hated working for these clowns and moving on to greener pastures is a blessing. Make sure you drop in phrases of "how you'll be making more money than working this shite arse job" into your final conversation with your boss.
Kick over the water cooler as you leave
Kick over the water cooler as you leave
Posted on 1/20/14 at 9:44 am to VermilionTiger
Give your notice if you can. If you can't, go talk to your boss about it. You never know when your name might come up in conversation. Its a small world.
Posted on 1/20/14 at 9:46 am to VermilionTiger
I would always give two weeks notice...most of the time, they tell you to go ahead and quit coming to work right away....
Posted on 1/20/14 at 9:46 am to VermilionTiger
If your not able to give them 2 weeks, give them as much notice as possible and explain your situation. If your current boss is a decent human being then he will understand.
Posted on 1/20/14 at 9:47 am to VermilionTiger
Give your two weeks and explain your situation
Posted on 1/20/14 at 9:48 am to VermilionTiger
It would be nice to leave a two week notice but ultimately this is just a college job and you have to do what you have to do
Posted on 1/20/14 at 9:52 am to VermilionTiger
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There's absolutely no way (literally, no way) I would work here again in the future, so I don't have to worry about burning a bridge
Wrong. Just because you won't work there doesn't mean you can't burn a bridge. It's amazing how old work people show up in new/different places later in life. And it probably will be sooner rather than later. Give two weeks notice.
Posted on 1/20/14 at 9:55 am to VermilionTiger
You don't catch flies with vinegar.
Always be cordial and respectful. Leave as much notice as possible. If you can't leave notice as you need to take the new position immediately, then tell them the truth. If they can't accept that then you don't need to associate with those type people anyway.
Always be cordial and respectful. Leave as much notice as possible. If you can't leave notice as you need to take the new position immediately, then tell them the truth. If they can't accept that then you don't need to associate with those type people anyway.
Posted on 1/20/14 at 10:43 am to VermilionTiger
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If the opportunity comes, and I'm required to make the decision of taking the job, do I give my two my two weeks notice? There's absolutely no way (literally, no way) I would work here again in the future, so I don't have to worry about burning a bridge. I'm just stuck in a hard place where I don't want to screw them over, but I have to take an opportunity if it comes.
i think its important to not burn bridges. Most employers understand needing 2 weeks to fulfill your commitment to the current job. you dont want to work for someone who wants you to burn a bridge.
Its not always easy or convenient to do the right thing... but, it pays off in the long run to do the right thing.
Posted on 1/20/14 at 11:27 am to VermilionTiger
All of the on-campus jobs I looked at paid minimum wage and sucked
Posted on 1/20/14 at 11:48 am to VermilionTiger
unless your new job says you have to come asap, then I would give 2 weeks notice.
Posted on 1/20/14 at 12:03 pm to VermilionTiger
Just keep in mind that many employers will respond a two weeks notice with "Okay, you don't need to come back tomorrow."
Posted on 1/20/14 at 12:05 pm to VermilionTiger
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If the opportunity comes, and I'm required to make the decision of taking the job, do I give my two my two weeks notice? There's absolutely no way (literally, no way) I would work here again in the future, so I don't have to worry about burning a bridge. I'm just stuck in a hard place where I don't want to screw them over, but I have to take an opportunity if it comes.
You give them as much of an opportunity as you can. While two weeks is nice, I've had to give a one week notice before. If you explain that it is a time sensitive position that will provide real experience on your resume, they will understand.
Posted on 1/20/14 at 12:14 pm to VermilionTiger
Do you already have a campus job or is this in case you are offered one?
Posted on 1/20/14 at 12:37 pm to VermilionTiger
It's a college job bro, it won't mean shite in the long run. I've worked at least 10-15 jobs from the time I was 16 to like 25, maybe 3 of those went on my resume.
ETA: Explain to your boss the situation, he'll probably let you leave.
ETA: Explain to your boss the situation, he'll probably let you leave.
This post was edited on 1/20/14 at 12:38 pm
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