When to tell your boss your quitting if they're busy all day

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The discussion centers on the best timing and approach for notifying a boss about accepting a new job offer and providing a two-week notice. Participants emphasize the importance of addressing the matter as soon as possible, suggesting that the employee should interrupt the boss during a busy moment rather than waiting for a free time. Setting up a formal meeting through a calendar appointment is recommended to ensure the conversation is prioritized. Additionally, it's advised to follow up with a written resignation letter to document the notice. The conversation highlights the significance of maintaining professionalism during the exit process, as future interactions with the current employer or potential re-employment could occur. Participants also mention the necessity of understanding company policies regarding resignations, particularly involving Human Resources. Overall, the consensus is to handle the resignation promptly and professionally to preserve goodwill.
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I received a job offer I'm accepting, but my boss has been out of town this last week. Understandably, he is swamped today, but I have to tell him for the two weeks notice. So, my question is when should I tell him? At the first free moment?

Thanks!
 
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I vote first thing.

Say "Welcome back! I quit!"

Wait! Maybe be more diplomatic than that. . .
 
Hodgey8806 said:
I received a job offer I'm accepting, but my boss has been out of town this last week. Understandably, he is swamped today, but I have to tell him for the two weeks notice. So, my question is when should I tell him? At the first free moment?

Thanks!
do you guys use outlook. Setup a 15 minute appointment at the first available time to tell him. Unless he is swamped for emergencies (ex. angry customers, external meetings, etc). You can do the formal stuff later
 
Yes, first thing. For something like this you need to interrupt him, not just wait for a free moment.

Also, it will be good to follow-up with an e-mail to get a recorded date and time for the notification.
 
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Usually you're supposed to give notice like this in writing, so prepare a letter.

Beyond that I would book some time to tell you boss face to face. Email him and tell him that you need to meet with him by a certain date. If he is unavailable in that time frame, you should at least tell his designate (the person looking after the shop while he is away). Either way book a specific meeting so that you're not trying to slide the matter in on top of something else.
 
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Choppy said:
Usually you're supposed to give notice like this in writing, so prepare a letter.
I think it depends on the job. If I am working at McDonald's I'm not writing a resignation letter :)
 
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Why you got to kick McDonald's when they are down?? ;)
 
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The resignation letter is good. Usually it needs a signed paper copy. Putting this signed copy on your boss's desk is usually acceptable. Though sending an email in addition is ok. Include the date. Keep it short and professional.

Just keep in mind when you quit: One day you might want to come back to this place. And one day the company you are going to might do business with the company you are leaving.

No matter the feelings you may have had, a pleasant exit is not expensive and may get you a lot in terms of good will later.
 
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Just keep in mind when you quit: One day you might want to come back to this place. And one day the company you are going to might do business with the company you are leaving.

No matter the feelings you may have had, a pleasant exit is not expensive and may get you a lot in terms of good will later.[/QUOTE]

Good advise...
 
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One additional thing that hasn't been mentioned: make sure you understand your current employers' policies. Where I work, Human Resources must be involved. I must give HR at least two weeks notice as well, and usually that is done after meeting with a manager/boss (you don't want your boss to find out you are leaving from HR!).

Also, lingesh is right. Make the leave pleasant and do what you can to wrap up and/or hand-off work. You never know what doors you may need to walk through in the future.

jason
 
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jasonRF said:
One additional thing that hasn't been mentioned: make sure you understand your current employers' policies. Where I work, Human Resources must be involved. I must give HR at least two weeks notice as well, and usually that is done after meeting with a manager/boss (you don't want your boss to find out you are leaving from HR!).

Also, lingesh is right. Make the leave pleasant and do what you can to wrap up and/or hand-off work. You never know what doors you may need to walk through in the future.

jason
Oh I made a mistake while quoting that...actually it s from DEvens..
 
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Hodgey8806 said:
I received a job offer I'm accepting, but my boss has been out of town this last week. Understandably, he is swamped today, but I have to tell him for the two weeks notice. So, my question is when should I tell him? At the first free moment?

Thanks!

As soon as possible. If he's really busy, pull him aside and tell him, because someone handing in their resignation is kind of a big deal.
 

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