Moving to another state.

Moving to another state. When do i tell my really nice bosses. This is the best place I have ever worked. Thinking of giving them a months notice is that too much? And yes everyone works to end of notice. If it makes a difference I am a manager

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  1. Jessica Ferland

    Well that is heartbreaking! I would start by asking if there is any way to work remotely in order to keep this job at a company that is a great fit for you. Or, do they have any other branches in the state you are moving to?

    Given that you love it there, I would give them as much notice as possible.

  2. Anonymous

    As a manager I would hope the cadence of putting in notice is something you could handle. I get it though. Put in the notice.

  3. Anonymous

    This was rude :)

  4. Anonymous

    Must be able to take feedback and not look for people to just side with to make you feel better. At a certain level in a person's career, this would be considered a minor thought. Maybe it's an EQ opportunity. Respect your POV.

  5. Anonymous

    It depends if you have another job lined up. If not, then ask if you can work remotely until they can find your replacement and that gives you time to move, get settled and find a new role if you haven't already. Otherwise, 2 weeks is the norm. In fact, use that as a jumping off point to negotiate working remotely. If you have a great relationship, this may be something you can get. Or tell them, look I need to move by X date and I will need to wrap things up by X date to move. I would love to work remotely for our company and really hate to leave but also want to help out as much as I can for whatever transition you need. Keep us posted and good luck!

  6. Amanda (Sloan) Strenz

    I had to quit my job that I loved because I decided to move to a new state for a lifestyle change. I think out of respect for your colleagues and yourself that if you tell them one month out that your last day will be x then you’re giving them ample notice to start to replace you and possibly you could train someone else if they hire them prior to your departure.

  7. Anonymous

    If you're confident that they will not terminate you early, it's a kind thing to do. Someone else mentioned using it to negotiate working remotely -- Is that an option?

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  12. arnold bishop
    Telling your employer about an out-of-state move is never easy, especially when you genuinely like your job. A month's notice is generally reasonable for a manager-level role, but it depends on your contract and company culture. What often gets overlooked is the logistics of the move itself — finding reliable movers, scheduling, and coordinating the transition. If you're heading to the Boston area, movers wellesley ma can handle the local side of your relocation. It's also smart to confirm your start date and any relocation benefits before giving notice.

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