Best Way to Leave a Job after a Short stint at It?

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Hi all,

I started a job almost 3 months ago. I interviewed initially and was told almost every lie in the book to get me in. Now, after seeing how things are, I truly know I dont want to work there and dont see myself being there for more than a few months.

I know most people hack it out for a year. I just dont see the point of this . Being miserable for another year doesnt appeal to me. Im honest with myself and I want to work and enjoy my job.

Im having anxiety though about talking to my supervisor. How is the best way to break things to her while still showing some respect for the opportunity given to me? I thought of giving 30 day notice instead of two weeks, that way she would have enough time to look for someone else.

Any suggestions? Ive never had to do this before. I feel horrible with the situation but I just know this is not the place for me.

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I work in personnel for the State. I understand your feelings. It is okay that you give a two week notice. Most employers accept that. A month could put you in weeds concernning your work perfomance, desire to be there and that could cost you when someone does a job reference check on you in the future. You also can repectfully thank your employer for giving you the opportunity to explore with them but you see that its not a good fit. Hope that helps.

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Many places have a 90 day probation period, it works two ways the employer can get rid of you and you can get rid of them. Check it out.

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I would give two weeks notice in writing to the DON. I would write a simple, professional letter: thank you for the opportunity, blah blah blah. You don't owe them any other explanation.

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Do I have to put this Job on my resume? Im not planning on even putting it on my resume since it wouldnt be beneficial to list an employer where I had such a short placement.

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I would give two weeks notice in writing to the DON. I would write a simple, professional letter: thank you for the opportunity, blah blah blah. You don't owe them any other explanation.

This about sums it up.

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I would give two weeks notice in writing to the DON. I would write a simple, professional letter: thank you for the opportunity, blah blah blah. You don't owe them any other explanation.

This. If they ask why, say it just isnt a good fit.

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This. If they ask why, say it just isnt a good fit.

LOO..Role reversal. "Not a good fit." She'd probably have bug's eyes:D

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Do you have another job lined up?

If there is another job waiting, give the notice and leave on good terms.

If you do not have another job waiting, do you have a secondary source of money like large savings?

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i'm an expert at working places for a short period of time. i'm always looking for a better job. i just give them 2 weeks notice and tell them i found another opportunity (i don't say better opportunity). i haven't burned any bridges either, because i've been rehired multiple times by some places.

i think the op needs another job lined up to avoid burning a bridge. if you're just gonna give 2 weeks notice b/c you don't like working there, that's probably gonna resurface if you ever want to get a job there again.

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RNperdiem:

To answer your question, Im applying for a job right now that I have a high chance of getting. Yet, Im smart about that kind of thing.

.I wont quit this job until I have my job secured at another place. I have savings for at least 6 months.

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sounds like you're good to go then.

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