Scared to give notice...

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  • Fit2_T
    Fit2_T Posts: 317 Member
    Be prepared for a counter offer. This happened to me once and I was caught off guard. Know what you are going to say and stick with it.

    There is great advice for this work related stuff at www.askamanager.org.
  • Dunkirk
    Dunkirk Posts: 465 Member
    Consider giving a nice gift as you leave. That will go a long way in your employer not feeling rejected/betrayed.
  • KenosFeoh
    KenosFeoh Posts: 1,837 Member
    Just keep it short, sweet, and polite. I would say something like "I am giving you my two weeks notice this morning. My last day will be April 15 (for example)." I wouldn't go into explanations unless asked.
  • EricMurano
    EricMurano Posts: 825 Member
    You don't have to give her your reasons for leaving. Just say that you're moving on and your last day will be <blah>

    If she asks you why you're leaving don't tell her unless you're willing to stay if she changes things.

    If you know she won't change things even if she promises to then go with the first strategy: don't give reasons, just announce you're leaving using the proper resignation letter or forms (I don't know how it works in your neck of the woods).

    No sense of guilt. People move on from jobs every day. It doesn't have to be an awkward, break up style thing.
  • Athena98501
    Athena98501 Posts: 716 Member
    I would put it in writing, but tell her in person on Friday. That way she has the weekend to digest it.

    You got a lot of good advice here, but I'm going to disagree with this statement. It sounded like she may need to find someone in time for you to be able to train them a little, so since you know earlier, they may take it slightly better with slightly more notice than is required.

    I once had a boss who was extremely volatile, and it seemed to soften the blow a little when I told her it wasn't an easy decision, and that I'd been torn, but needed to do this. If they don't find someone right away, you may have time to give them some written instructions that the new hire can work from. I hope it goes as smoothly as possible. The day you give notice will be hard, but then the worst will be over, and the improvement to your life is well worth it.
  • reallymary
    reallymary Posts: 20
    Miss AleyJewell,

    Write up a professional resignation letter. Make it short and polite. State that you have a better opportunity for YOURSELF. Don't negotiate, move on. This current job will not ever be what it should be for you. Give your boss 2 weeks notice - that is industry standard and it is professional to do so. Alway protect your reputation!

    During the exit interview, take the opportunity to tell her some of the challenges your replacement will face - these are your boss' challenges! Use the exit interview to be a true professional and help your current boss create a better workplace. Don't be emotional. But DO be positive. Smile and be proud of yourself!

    And go forth and conquer!

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