2 week notices do we still give them?

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June 22,2023 at 4:37PM UTC

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2 week notices do we still give them? I don't want to be put into some company do not hire list just because I didnt stick around for you to exploit me more. Theres no point in burning bridges right ?

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AnonymousJune 22,2023 at 5:07PM UTC
stick it out <3 !
Angela Day DentonJune 22,2023 at 5:38PM UTC
I would give the two weeks notice unless there is some sort of harassment or abuse involved. Sometimes employers will just thank you for your notice and will not ask you to complete the two weeks. Always try to leave on good terms. You never know when you will need that reference.
AnonymousJune 22,2023 at 5:55PM UTC
Anything in your handbook about a notice period and vacation/PTO payout?
AnonymousJune 23,2023 at 12:18PM UTC
And it’s not just that you would be on the company’s own “not eligible for rehire” list and not be able to get a job there again; it would come up in reference and employment checks.
But the number of “Do I really need to give two weeks notice?” questions on this site when the answer is in your company policies and not here is, wow.
AnonymousJune 23,2023 at 3:15PM UTC
Bc it wasn't about policy it was about people and realistic work culture.
AnonymousJune 22,2023 at 6:17PM UTC
Oh my goodness that’s what’s happening to someone I know.
AnonymousJune 23,2023 at 12:38PM UTC
Be happy with only 2 weeks. The minimum here is 1 month's notice and for my native language most of the time 2 or even 3 months.
Hence, that is why I always give my notice before I have another job.
AnonymousJune 23,2023 at 1:56PM UTC
The higher your level of responsibility in the company, the longer notice you should give. If you are quickly replaceable, 2 weeks is fine but if a management or executive role, a month is the most common notice to give. Never give notice when accepting a new job until after your drug screen and background checks are complete (if required at the new company). Be sure to advise them up front that your notice will begin from the completion of those checks. Believe it or not, I've given notice and then the hiring company rescinded the offer for completely unrelated reasons so please be sure you KNOW the company. Check them out on Glassdoor, LinkedIn, or just google and look at the reviews.
AnonymousJune 23,2023 at 1:59PM UTC
yes but prepared to be asked to leave immediatly without pay. also be prepared to deal with retaliation for quiting, one of my jobs put me on top audit the entire part week I was there and even my manager was like, you never make any errors anyways, don't let it ruin your experience here.
Coach Nancie Kay ShumanJune 23,2023 at 4:01PM UTC
2 Weeks depends on the level of work you are at. If you are admin or lower management - Coordinator for example - then 2 weeks is plenty of time for the company to find a replacement, if they are at all organized. Hopefully, they will be able to also have some overlap so that the new person can be trained.
If you are higher up, then more than 2 weeks is considered to be appropriate, although not necessary. As a courtesy, it is nice, because it allows the company to have plenty of time to transition.
That having been said, the voice remains yours, as this is just a courtesy. Helpful to keep relationships for the future.
AnonymousJune 23,2023 at 5:37PM UTC
2 weeks is standard and respectful. Definitely don't burn any bridges when you leave no matter what. Unless you are being physically or emotionally harassed by your current company, then you should just send a note letting them know you resign on the spot. You could always if you want to shorten the time you are leaving offer to leave immediately if they prefer you to but only offer it and not do it automatically. As they say it's a small valley and you don't want to put yourself into a bucket of those who have no business ethics. You may need their reference or a prospective new employer may back channel reference you there and if that is a sticking point it will harm you in the future.
AnonymousJune 23,2023 at 7:52PM UTC
Fudge them. They’ll fire you without notice. Offer two weeks but say you’d prefer a week.
I'm 63 and that’s what I like about the younger generation - they don’t out up with the crap that we had to.
AnonymousJune 24,2023 at 9:36AM UTC
I have always wondered about this double standard. If they want the respect of the two week notice they should go the same for the employee. There is absolutely no reason for this double standard.
Marcia SmithJune 24,2023 at 4:08PM UTC
I agree 100% percent. My last position, I signed an agreement that both I AND the employer had to give 30 days notice...to me, that is fair.
Marcia SmithJune 24,2023 at 4:08PM UTC
I agree. Many companies won't provide any information for a job-check except your employment dates and position. Companies stopped giving out any other information because it has led to some very costly lawsuits. My current job had me sign an acceptance letter that said either my employer or I could end the agreement with no notice - so when I leave, I will NOT be giving notice....they would do the same to me.
Lori DoonJune 25,2023 at 12:21PM UTC
After 35 years of dedicated service, I gave 1 week notice before taking a position. The company didn’t like that, but they forced us to sign an employment agreement (or leave) a few years ago that explicitly stated neither the employer nor the employee is required to give any notice before termination. I thought a week was generous in light of those terms. I may be flagged as I unhireable , but i have no intention of ever returning so that threat meant nothing.
AnonymousJune 25,2023 at 12:41PM UTC
As a 50 something mom of a Gen Zer (or very young millennial depending on which chart you look at) I really admire that they don't put up with the crap that we thought we had to. We've tried to impart on him that you can't just walk away if things get hard, but if you are being exploited and treated poorly at work, there is always somewhere else that will be a better fit and who will appreciate your humanity! Life goes by much too quickly. Don't spend those precious days being miserable if you can help it. I wish we had learned that at an earlier age and that it didn't take me until now to have the courage to embrace that! A bout of breast cancer also helped make that crystal clear to me.
Joan Williams, Senior Talent Acquisition SpecialistJune 24,2023 at 4:31AM UTC
Yes. If a candidate told me they didn't want to give notice to their company - that would be a red flag for me. I'd be concerned they'd leave my company in a lurch when they wanted to move on.
AnonymousJune 24,2023 at 12:30PM UTC
If a company terminates employment and gives two weeks notice that’s two weeks you could potentially sabotage their business so I get why they don’t give notice. Life is about choices so make the choice that suits you just be prepared for whatever your choices bring.,
AnonymousJune 24,2023 at 12:36PM UTC
Depends what is in your contract. I am UK based and 4 weeks is pretty standard. Definitely wouldn’t burn bridges.
AnonymousJune 24,2023 at 1:30PM UTC
definitely not worth burning bridges
AnonymousJune 24,2023 at 3:49PM UTC
In the US it is still customary to give two weeks' notice unless you have an employment contract that specifies a different notice period.
AnonymousJune 24,2023 at 4:19PM UTC
To me (living in the US) it depends on the observed behavior of the company - how have they treated other employees who gave notice in the past? If they have a history of walking you out and terminating your employment immediately upon giving notice (something that is not uncommon) then consider whether you are prepared to go 2 weeks without pay. Do you have enough accrued vacation or savings to cover the gap? (they are legally bound to compensate you for accrued vacation up to the date of your termination).
I understand about not burning bridges, but, at least in at-will employment states, notice on the part of employee (or employer) is a courtesy, not a right. You need to look at the evidence in front of you and decide if your employer deserves the courtesy.
AnonymousJune 24,2023 at 5:55PM UTC
For right or wrong, two weeks notice is the general practice. A few years ago, I worked for a somewhat vengeful person and totally expected them to walk me out when I gave a two week notice. They didn't but those two weeks weren't great, and I was beyond surprised when she hugged me as I was walking out that last day.
In the ginormous company where I work now, a term with less than a two week notice is flagged not eligible for rehire.
Nancy MaceJune 25,2023 at 2:22PM UTC
Sounds like you worked for a narcissist! Made your life miserable and then hugged you on the way out…”see, I’m a nice person. You were the problem not me!” I worked for one
Ingrid MorelandJune 25,2023 at 1:30PM UTC
2 weeks notice is a good general practice, But heres the thing, if they are going to terminate you or lay you off they will generally do so that same day. So corporations expect this type of loyalty but don't offer it in return.
Sharmil McKeeJune 25,2023 at 2:36PM UTC
Spoken truth! If you give the 2-week notice, you run the risk that your employer will terminate you immediately. It's unfortunate, but we have to consider the risk of whether we can skip a paycheck. Our families are first.
AnonymousJune 25,2023 at 2:52PM UTC
My current company is extremely toxic, abusive, and expects individuals to do the work of multiple people. We had multiple issues with one person in particular who we spoke to HR about, and nothing happened…at all. No coaching or termination for this individual. I found a better job and gave them 1 week notice. Companies will fire you with a days notice, two week notice is becoming a thing of the past.
Gretchen SkalkaJune 25,2023 at 3:00PM UTC
It's a courtesy - and a practice that dates back about 80 years.
But the short answer is no - no one is required to give two weeks notice.
The question of whether one should, though, is different.
I did a quick video about this exact thing a few months ago - maybe it can help you.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D_W_wOAW2fg
AnonymousJune 25,2023 at 4:21PM UTC
Took a new job last year that seemed like a good opportunity. A few months in I realized it was not. l gave a week notice but decided that I did not want to go back after I put that notice in. Was not concerned with burning bridges because I felt I was treated unfairly and badly and never want to work for a company like that. I think every situation is unique. I was welcomed back to my previous job with open arms, but I know this is not an option for everyone.
Sandra Martel McKinney DentJune 25,2023 at 4:26PM UTC
I recently resigned from a company. I gave two weeks notice, but it really wasn't much of a secret to management and upper management at my location. I needed to take more time off for various reasons. There are some programs to allow for extended excused absences, but I was not eligible. Several managers and our local HR were working it.
I gave two weeks, I did not take PTO, no one "screwed" with me, left with an "open door" to return. I did not think 3 months ago I'd be leaving, but all in all it is what it is. It was not a job that could be "remotely done," and I need to be physically at my mom's (three states over).
Again, I left with doors open.
AnonymousJune 25,2023 at 6:07PM UTC
Two weeks is the polite thing to do, four weeks in the case of some high level roles. Read your employee handbook carefully, but do what makes the most sense for you.
Zofia JaneczekJune 25,2023 at 6:11PM UTC
Leave flat out if you feel it best benefits you. It's a courtesy, not the norm. It's certainly outdated in most blue collar jobs and seen more in professional white collar settings. If you believe the current job has taken advantage of you or has mistreated you, don't hesitate to just walk out the door, or just block them and don't show up. Many companies are shocked as to why good employees just ghost them, they need to reflect and do some introspective work before wondering why this happens!
Annetta MosesJune 25,2023 at 10:26PM UTC
Giving two weeks notice is polite. Consider how the company treated others who gave two weeks notice. If they were treated with respect, allowed to transition work to others, you should be okay.
If the company has a history of terminating people who give notice, then resign without any notice.
Megan LeasherJune 26,2023 at 11:56AM UTC
I still believe in the two week notice, as a polite way to transition your work and knowledge to those who will need it once you are gone.
Valerie RiegerJune 26,2023 at 12:55PM UTC
I still work a two-week notice. It allows me to transition my work to someone else. Working the notice, even in situations where I have issues with my employer, working the notice is more about me than them. I wouldn't want to be left high and dry so I won't leave the company that way.
AnonymousJune 26,2023 at 6:13PM UTC
Yes they look at that if you ever want ti go back.
EMILY KIKUE FRANKJune 26,2023 at 9:38PM UTC
It's a point of ettiquette and generally worth doing, but if the situation is really awful, you can just leave. They also have to pay you for the time you work, so don't think of it as exploitation. It's just a courtesy.