Anonymous
02/03/2015 10:56
Subject: How do you quit a job?
And I want to ask. Would you continue to work for a family who called your character into question? Insinuating that you weren't really sick and didnt show up because if another reason. Would you?
Anonymous
02/03/2015 10:56
Subject: How do you quit a job?
Anonymous wrote:I have already lined up a new position. I'm sure most say to just tell them " a better fit" but I want them to know exactly why I'm leaving. Being frustrated over me being sick ( even though I offered to go in) is one thing. To insinuate I was never sick and that I " don't like them" is the reason is too much. Calling my character into question and calling me a liar is not okay. I won't work for someone who thinks I'm a liar.
No do not tell them exactly why your leaving that's a bridge you do not want to burn. You may not work for them again , but you never know who they know. Trust when I say , they will not take it as you being informative but as you lecturing the and having a tantrum .
Take the good advice given you and move on to your next job.
Anonymous
02/03/2015 10:55
Subject: How do you quit a job?
Anonymous wrote:I like 23:17's advice but I'd tell them in person and hand them a hard copy of a letter instead of emailing it to them. They shouldn't have to find out via email, but of course you do want to document in writing your departure plan. I'd try to give them two weeks notice.
I'm definitely telling them in person on Friday. I'm not going hide behind an email. I feel do uncomfortable working with them now knowing they think I'm a liar and think so negatively of me. I loved going to work every morning and I dreaded going in so much today. I can't wait to leave this job. This really sucks because I intitially really liked them.
Anonymous
02/03/2015 10:46
Subject: How do you quit a job?
I like 23:17's advice but I'd tell them in person and hand them a hard copy of a letter instead of emailing it to them. They shouldn't have to find out via email, but of course you do want to document in writing your departure plan. I'd try to give them two weeks notice.
Anonymous
02/03/2015 10:42
Subject: How do you quit a job?
What's the funniest is that Thursday & Friday they didnt say anything but positive things. They told me how they knew I would be there if I could and my health mattered. Then yesterday their attitude was a complete 180.
Anonymous
02/03/2015 10:40
Subject: How do you quit a job?
I have already lined up a new position. I'm sure most say to just tell them " a better fit" but I want them to know exactly why I'm leaving. Being frustrated over me being sick ( even though I offered to go in) is one thing. To insinuate I was never sick and that I " don't like them" is the reason is too much. Calling my character into question and calling me a liar is not okay. I won't work for someone who thinks I'm a liar.
Anonymous
02/03/2015 10:02
Subject: How do you quit a job?
Find a new job and give notice. And stop doing extra work.
Anonymous
02/03/2015 09:54
Subject: How do you quit a job?
Johnny Cash did not sing, Take this job
and shove it. Johnny Paycheck sang it.
and shove it. Johnny Paycheck sang it.
Anonymous
02/03/2015 09:29
Subject: How do you quit a job?
Anonymous wrote:Step one: Find a new job before you quit your current one
Step two: Once you have a start date for new job, look at calendar and figure out when two weeks from the next day it is.
Step three: write email to current boss saying this is not working out and as such you will be leaving, effective [date two weeks from now] and you thank them for the opportunity to have worked for them.
Keep in mind that once you give two weeks notice, they may fire you effective immediately so you must make sure you have enough money in savings to carry you through until you get the first paycheck from the new job.
This is all excellent advice. This is how you do it professionally, and in a way that doesn't leave you in financial jeopardy.
"I'm very sorry but I am giving my two week notice. I have found another position that I believe will be a better fit for me and I will be starting that job on X. I will do my best to make this transition as smooth as possible for you in my remaining two weeks with Johnny."
Anonymous
02/03/2015 04:51
Subject: How do you quit a job?
Remember that good ol' Johnny Cash song, "Take This Job and Shove It...."
Or maybe not.
Anyway, since you will work this week, I suggest you wait until you get your paycheck and make sure the check clears your bank FIRST (very important, trust me on this!!).
Then once you have secured your payment, send them a brief e-mail or text message letting them know you will not be returning due to the comment they made to you.
Let them know you have always been upfront and honest with them and have never done anything for them to think you are anything but. They had absolutely no right to accuse you of lying to them and it was unfair and uncalled for. You simply cannot work for a family who sees you in such a bad light due to no fault of their own.
There may be posters on here who will say I am being rash and unprofessional, but trust me....If you give the standard two week notice to them, you risk being let go immediately anyway or worse, working another week and then them not paying you your full wages.
Better to cut your losses once you are ahead.
Sorry you had to have such crummy bosses and I wish you the best in your next position.
Or maybe not.
Anyway, since you will work this week, I suggest you wait until you get your paycheck and make sure the check clears your bank FIRST (very important, trust me on this!!).
Then once you have secured your payment, send them a brief e-mail or text message letting them know you will not be returning due to the comment they made to you.
Let them know you have always been upfront and honest with them and have never done anything for them to think you are anything but. They had absolutely no right to accuse you of lying to them and it was unfair and uncalled for. You simply cannot work for a family who sees you in such a bad light due to no fault of their own.
There may be posters on here who will say I am being rash and unprofessional, but trust me....If you give the standard two week notice to them, you risk being let go immediately anyway or worse, working another week and then them not paying you your full wages.
Better to cut your losses once you are ahead.
Sorry you had to have such crummy bosses and I wish you the best in your next position.
Anonymous
02/02/2015 23:56
Subject: How do you quit a job?
I know you don't want to get into specific details and that's ok.
But, I agree with the poster that if you think this can be salvaged by talking things over with them try that first.Communication and learning to advocate yourself is vital as a nanny.
However, that doesn't mean you should stay in a position you know is bad for you.
As a pp said make sure you have a new job first, and that means a start date set and a contract signed.
After that you can give them 2 weeks notice.
Tell them verbally and by letter/email.
Stay vague and professional. Thank them for the opportunity you loved caring for X, but is better fit for your needs at this time.
If you are with an agency they might be able to help you in leaving this job and setting you up with a new one. Good luck.
But, I agree with the poster that if you think this can be salvaged by talking things over with them try that first.Communication and learning to advocate yourself is vital as a nanny.
However, that doesn't mean you should stay in a position you know is bad for you.
As a pp said make sure you have a new job first, and that means a start date set and a contract signed.
After that you can give them 2 weeks notice.
Tell them verbally and by letter/email.
Stay vague and professional. Thank them for the opportunity you loved caring for X, but is better fit for your needs at this time.
If you are with an agency they might be able to help you in leaving this job and setting you up with a new one. Good luck.
Anonymous
02/02/2015 23:18
Subject: How do you quit a job?
Anonymous wrote:I have never had to quit and we always ended things on a good note. My new position is not working out for me. I have been with them for two months. MB is generally always late even though she works 8 blocks from her home. I have done many duties outside of what was expected and MB has just stopped being appreciative of it. The reason why I am quitting is I came down with a bad flu bug last week. I missed 3 days. That Friday MB and DB told me they were worried I was not interested in continuing to work for them because I missed days. They basically accused me of lying that I was sick just so I didn't have to go into work. They went on and on about how they are worried I missed those days because I don't like them. I am beyond upset because they basically called me a liar. It was going pretty good besides MB being late but I have been livid.
I plan to quit this Friday but I don't know he or what to say. I just can't work in a position where my bosses think I'm a liar and not into the position. I never gave that indication and for them to say it must be them is BS. I stay at least 15-20 minutes talking with MB about random things. Now I feel very uncomfortable and don't want to stay. Help me learn how to quit.
Hmmm... hard to say without being there, but they sound like first time parents and first time employers, is that right? This might be salvageable.
The conversation they had with you leads me to think they're feeling insecure about themselves as employers- like they think they've done something wrong that lead you to lose interest- now, you say you would not do that and I believe you, but this is still a new position/relationship, so they don''t necessarily feel confident of that fact quite yet, especially if they're feeling unsure of themselves. Not saying they went about it right, but it might be a miscommunication- but you're the only one who was there, so feel free to correct me
As far as her being habitually late (if you feel the other issue can be conquered), you should sit down with them and discuss how everything has gone so far. Suggest that they extend your hours (and your pay!) so that there is ample time for her to get home and you to inform her of the day's happenings without infringing on your evening.
Also, STOP doing things that are not part of your job. That's just asking for burnout.
Good luck in whatever you decide!
Anonymous
02/02/2015 23:17
Subject: How do you quit a job?
Step one: Find a new job before you quit your current one
Step two: Once you have a start date for new job, look at calendar and figure out when two weeks from the next day it is.
Step three: write email to current boss saying this is not working out and as such you will be leaving, effective [date two weeks from now] and you thank them for the opportunity to have worked for them.
Keep in mind that once you give two weeks notice, they may fire you effective immediately so you must make sure you have enough money in savings to carry you through until you get the first paycheck from the new job.
Step two: Once you have a start date for new job, look at calendar and figure out when two weeks from the next day it is.
Step three: write email to current boss saying this is not working out and as such you will be leaving, effective [date two weeks from now] and you thank them for the opportunity to have worked for them.
Keep in mind that once you give two weeks notice, they may fire you effective immediately so you must make sure you have enough money in savings to carry you through until you get the first paycheck from the new job.
Anonymous
02/02/2015 23:10
Subject: How do you quit a job?
This right here.
Anonymous
02/02/2015 23:06
Subject: How do you quit a job?
I have never had to quit and we always ended things on a good note. My new position is not working out for me. I have been with them for two months. MB is generally always late even though she works 8 blocks from her home. I have done many duties outside of what was expected and MB has just stopped being appreciative of it. The reason why I am quitting is I came down with a bad flu bug last week. I missed 3 days. That Friday MB and DB told me they were worried I was not interested in continuing to work for them because I missed days. They basically accused me of lying that I was sick just so I didn't have to go into work. They went on and on about how they are worried I missed those days because I don't like them. I am beyond upset because they basically called me a liar. It was going pretty good besides MB being late but I have been livid.
I plan to quit this Friday but I don't know he or what to say. I just can't work in a position where my bosses think I'm a liar and not into the position. I never gave that indication and for them to say it must be them is BS. I stay at least 15-20 minutes talking with MB about random things. Now I feel very uncofortable and don't want to stay. Help me learn how to quit.
I plan to quit this Friday but I don't know he or what to say. I just can't work in a position where my bosses think I'm a liar and not into the position. I never gave that indication and for them to say it must be them is BS. I stay at least 15-20 minutes talking with MB about random things. Now I feel very uncofortable and don't want to stay. Help me learn how to quit.