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How to put a 2 weeks notice in? |
Thinking about quitting my job. I've been there for about a year and prior to that, my work experience was limited to babysitting and volunteering at a church camp my mother ran. So I guess you could say this is my first "real" job. I love my actual job and the patients I encounter, but I cannot stand the majority of the people I work with and I'm not treated as I should be. So I'm new to this, how exactly do you go about "putting your 2 weeks in"? I'm curious if I just go to my supervisor and just say, hey I'm peacing out in 2 weeks, or do I have to have a reason? I feel like I can't talk to her about issues that are bothering me, she's not very nice to me at all unless she wants me to do something I don't typically do. Additionally, if I make the ultimate decision to stay or go...if I stay, there is nothing in the employee handbook stating that visible tattoos are not allowed in the office. Would it be safe for me to just waltz in there one day with my tattoo shown in all it's glory? If you want to quit I'd advise you to try and line up another job first unless you are independently wealthy and don't need the money. Once you decide to leave there are 2 ways you can do it. 1) politely tell your supervisor that you are giving him/her 2 weeks notice and that after date X you won't be coming back (if you have something lined up it will be easier because you can just say you have another job). If your supervisor asks why, be honest and tell the truth. If they really do like you and your work they might see what they can do to make the situation better. If not it will feel good to get it off your chest. Just make sure you are polite and professional about it so you don't burn any bridges. 2) Write a formal letter explaining that you are leaving and when your last day will be. It doesn't have to be fancy and doesn't have to explain why. Then give that to your supervisor at least 2 weeks before the date you put in the letter. Again keep it polite and professional. If you try this approach, don't be too surprised if the supervisor asks to talk to you about it. Then you may end up having the above conversation anyway. In either case, if they don't ask why you are leaving, then they don't really care about their employees and you made the right choice to leave. As for the tattoo, I'd hold off on doing that. Even if it isn't against to policies you want to avoid burning bridges, you never know when you might need to get references from them and future employers are likely to call and confirm your employment. You want them to not be mad at you when they talk to prospective employers. put it in writing that you are resigning your position as _____ . a better opportunity has come your way to further your career. your last day will be ______ . something along those lines. No, you don't have to give a reason. You might not even have to stay two weeks. If they don't like or value you they might just tell you to go but if you follow the correct procedure you should get all monies owed to you. It's allways best to do things correctly, anything else just gives them ammunnition against you. Write a letter and turn it in to your direct supervisor and personnel, if you have a personnel department. To (supervisor) This letter is to advise you that my last day of work will be (date). I appreciate the experience and knowledge I have gained on this job, and I wish everyone continued success. Sincerely, Your Name That's it. Seriously. You don't have to say where you are going or why you are leaving. Very good of you to do the 2 weeks, many don't and it ruins their chances of rehire or a good reference. Don't burn bridges. Today's problem co-worker is tomorrow's boss. I'd just tell your supervisor. If she isn't that nice, just walk out on her. I don't like people on a power trip. Not a big deal. There's no law requiring an employee to give a 2 weeks notice (if they wanted to fire you, do they have give you a notice? Of course, not. They can fire you on the spot and you can quit on the spot.) BUT, it's customary to give a notice in writing. What if you need references for another job? Just leave on good terms and don't parade your tattoos. Never burn all the bridges, you do not know what you'll need from them in the future. How to write a notice? Just write on a piece of paper: From: (your name) To: (supervisor's name) Please, consider this letter as my notice to resign my position with (name of the company) effective (date) Signature. If you want, you can add something like "I've enjoyed working here, but have to resign for family reasons." well to answer your first part, no you dont have to have a reason to quit your job. You may quit your job even if you just randomly felt like it. If you dont want to talk to your boss about it I suggest that you write her a formal letter stating that you are giving your 2 weeks and that you need to expand your Job skills or something like that. If you wanted to stay in your job and show off your tattoo then as long as the rule book doesnt say any thing about not having visible tatoos and you are not in a professional work place then go for it. But be prepared for your co workers to run their mouths if it is on your lower back, lower arm or on any place that you could easily cover with clothing. If you are really unhappy about staying in your current job I HIGHLY suggest finding a new one first. Most jobs will give you 2 weeks to notify your boss that you are leaving.. which will in turn give you more confidence when you tell her your outta there. |
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