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And if it not giving 2 weeks notice really bothers you...then offer to come in this weekend and train your replacement. If that still doesn't work for them---then it at least eases your conscience because you went way out of your way to help.
I think you are the same guy (Retired something) that keeps coming up new logons so he can pretend to have a life decision to ask the forum for advice. I just don't believe someone has this question, searches the internet for a place to ask, and happens to stumble upon this forum.
As usual, you have left only one clear choice.
How about you come up with something more controversial?
But if you're this nasty to every new person who joins the forum -- which I read frequently since I found it months ago -- then I truly feel sorry for you.
But as for everyone else, thank you for your suggestions. I spoke with my supervisor today and offered to stay late and come in on the weekend to train. He gave in and said he was sorry for springing that on me, much to my surprise.
Its business, not personal. You don't go to work because you are tired of free time, or want to help the CEO of the company, you are there to better yourself and pay bills. You have to take the other job, when they need it, the whole reason you are in the workforce is to better yourself, well that time has come.. again, its nothing personal with your current position, its just how it is. If they try to guilt you into staying another 5 days, then it may not be a company you want to work for in the first place. Though it may be frustrating because i'm sure you are a good worker and they have to go through the process to replace you, it is not professional for them to ask you to take a chance at hurting your new job/career. Best of luck in your new job!
Always look out for yourself. You can be sure any company that you work for is going to put their best interests before yours. Company loyalty is a thing of the past.
But if you're this nasty to every new person who joins the forum -- which I read frequently since I found it months ago -- then I truly feel sorry for you.
But as for everyone else, thank you for your suggestions. I spoke with my supervisor today and offered to stay late and come in on the weekend to train. He gave in and said he was sorry for springing that on me, much to my surprise.
I can't wait to start my career. Thank you again.
I apologize, I mistook you for someone else that makes up a new ID every week with his new problem of the week.
For the record, I think you did the right thing, always put your emphasis on the future. You old boss may feel betrayed but if he really cared for you, he will be happy for you. I am sure he will once he thinks about it
When the boss is planning on firing someone, they do not give that person two weeks notice. They escort you out the door.
It is common practice to give two weeks, but not mandatory. Unless you expect to need a job as an admin assistant after this job as a paralegal, go ahead and burn the bridge.
I apologize, I mistook you for someone else that makes up a new ID every week with his new problem of the week.
For the record, I think you did the right thing, always put your emphasis on the future. You old boss may feel betrayed but if he really cared for you, he will be happy for you. I am sure he will once he thinks about it
You are not in a pickle; your current employer is in a pickle. You gave as much notice as you could reasonably allow. If you look for another paralegal job after this one, your most important reference will be from the job you are going to. There are many reasons employers don't always get two weeks; it is not your responsibility to train the new hire. Take the paralegal job before you lose it. If your current boss continues to give you static, walk out the door and tell your new boss you can start earlier than expected.
BINGO! Give the man from dayton a Kewpie doll! (I can't believe spellcheck knows Kewpie!)
I would go ahead and start the paralegal position on Thursday. It's not necessarily a great sign that they wouldn't push the starting date back two more days, but it is the position you are going to.
However, I would also try to put your current manager's mind at ease by offering to update your job description/procedures for the next person who fills the position. If these don't exist, offer to create them. Then, lay out the various work you do, and try to note little tricks or tips that safe time and energy. If you do this well, your current boss may not like the short(er) notice you provided, but may be impressed with your diligence and still be willing to provide a reference in the future (if necessary).
I was in upper management for years. This is excellent advice
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Thank you again.
