I have seen the writing on the wall for a long time with who was getting promoted or passed over (me) and other significant changes in operations for a while and was applying to other departments.

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March 24,2023 at 5:06PM UTC

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I have seen the writing on the wall for a long time with who was getting promoted or passed over (me) and other significant changes in operations for a while and was applying to other departments. I finally landed a similar position for more money in a different department that I start in 2 weeks. I was very hesitant in taking the new position because I love my boss and coworkers/ staff in our sub group but the department as a whole is awful. The other reason is because I am recently diagnosed with breast cancer. though it seems is only going to be a minor bump in the road, how do I tell my new boss I need FMLA and a few weeks off so soon after I start? Should I start with the HR person?

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Mary PoolMarch 27,2023 at 2:46PM UTC
I am so sorry this is happening to you. My concern is not telling the new boss, but whether or not you will have the emotional support you need in the new department. If you think you would, I would tell the new boss before accepting the position, they may be super okay with it, or they may not; you will be able to tell from their reaction if this is a good switch at this time. According to an article in Brain & Life, not disclosing before acceptance can negatively impact benefits and accommodations, depending on your state. ( https://www.brainandlife.org/articles/deciding-whether-to-tell-your-employer-about-your-condition-is) This is a short discussion from Career+Cancer specifically on when to tell a potential employer you have cancer. I think you will find it helpful. https://www.cancerandcareers.org/career-coach/when-to-disclose-diagnosis-aft. Personally, I’d tell only because what you are going through is stressful, and you need all of the support you can get, plus immediate time off; they need to plan for that. If it was a chronic illness that did not affect my job performance, I would not tell.
Autumn KlisiewiczMarch 29,2023 at 1:02PM UTC
It all went very well. I knew it would but needed the affirmation and courage to even consider a promotion. Thanks