Need some job advice.

[Wacko4Zacko]

 So here is my story. I graduated from college this past spring studying graphic design. However,  I recently took An offer of a sales job three weeks ago because I needed a job.  However I don't like sales,  it just isn't for me and it won't help me Career wise.  Good news is,  I just got an offer from a Company to who I applied for in July.  Anyway the job is great because it is in my field(graphic design) .  This is a dream job for me,  but I feel bad leaving my current job.

Is it bad to Quit a job after just One month due to getting a better offer? Will they understand or hate me? 

How can I do it,  if I should do it? Does a 1 month job deserve a 2 week notice if I'm still In training and they have high turnover rate?

The new job requires me to move to New York which I have 0 problem. Doing but they want me to start by next Wednesday,  so how do I give a two week notice without it being 2 weeks?

[Rav'n Maniac]

As an employer, I would tell you to take the new job in your field. Give them whatever notice you can and don't look back. Also, don't be disappointed if they just release you, it happens. 

[rmw10]

If there's an opportunity to further your career, take it.  If there's one time in your life where employers don't care if you job hop, it's right after you graduate.  Companies realize that young kids are just trying to forge a path.  I've worked in HR and that's always been a perfectly acceptable answer if any question was ever raised to their job history.

Regardless of whether or not you can give enough notice, or as said above, they "release" you, you have to do what's best for you.  Just be sure to explain yourself clearly and make sure to note that you appreciated the opportunity no matter how short it was.

[Wacko4Zacko]

So,  I've never had to do a two weeks notice. What do I say? How do I even start a conversation like that off with a boss.  This seems like Such an awkward thing to do and I'm very inexperienced. 

[rmw10]

21 minutes ago, Wacko4Zacko said:

So,  I've never had to do a two weeks notice. What do I say? How do I even start a conversation like that off with a boss.  This seems like Such an awkward thing to do and I'm very inexperienced. 

Turn in a formal letter. Google some templates and it should give you a good idea what to say. It does a lot of the talking for you and just opens it up for questions. 

[Wacko4Zacko]

4 hours ago, Rav'n Maniac said:

As an employer, I would tell you to take the new job in your field. Give them whatever notice you can and don't look back. Also, don't be disappointed if they just release you, it happens. 

Damn they could release me just like that? 

[usmccharles]

1 hour ago, Wacko4Zacko said:

Damn they could release me just like that? 

It's easier for them to just move on considering how new you are.  But it's easily the right decision.  I would just ask to speak to your boss in private in tell him the situation.   This happens more than you think sure to the fact that some job screenings take a long time.   In law enforcement you can apply for a job,  not hear anything for 8 months and end up getting the job.  Congrats on the new job.  

[darklight1216]

You should definitely take the new job.  It's best to give two weeks notice if at all possible because you never know how things might work out in the future. If you need to work that job again you may be glad that you didn't burn any bridges so to speak. Plus its polite and might look good to your future employers.

 

[Wacko4Zacko]

1 hour ago, darklight1216 said:

You should definitely take the new job.  It's best to give two weeks notice if at all possible because you never know how things might work out in the future. If you need to work that job again you may be glad that you didn't burn any bridges so to speak. Plus its polite and might look good to your future employers.

 

My problem is I can't wait two weeks. The new job wants me to start next Wednesday,  so idk how to spin it and not burn any bridges without giving less than two weeks 

[rmw10]

Just now, Wacko4Zacko said:

My problem is I can't wait two weeks. The new job wants me to start next Wednesday,  so idk how to spin it and not burn any bridges without giving less than two weeks 

Is the new job absolutely firm on Wednesday?  Do they know you currently have another job?

[Tank 92]

18 hours ago, Wacko4Zacko said:

 So here is my story. I graduated from college this past spring studying graphic design. However,  I recently took An offer of a sales job three weeks ago because I needed a job.  However I don't like sales,  it just isn't for me and it won't help me Career wise.  Good news is,  I just got an offer from a Company to who I applied for in July.  Anyway the job is great because it is in my field(graphic design) .  This is a dream job for me,  but I feel bad leaving my current job.

Is it bad to Quit a job after just One month due to getting a better offer? Will they understand or hate me? 

How can I do it,  if I should do it? Does a 1 month job deserve a 2 week notice if I'm still In training and they have high turnover rate?

The new job requires me to move to New York which I have 0 problem. Doing but they want me to start by next Wednesday,  so how do I give a two week notice without it being 2 weeks?

Don't feel bad, it's not a bad thing.  If next Wednesday is firm and fixed(confirm that with the new employer, also mentioning you are working and feel awkward not giving two weeks notice) then just be up front and honest with your present employer by fully explaining the situation. They should be understanding and appreciate your candor. 

  

[Wacko4Zacko]

6 hours ago, Tank 92 said:

Don't feel bad, it's not a bad thing.  If next Wednesday is firm and fixed(confirm that with the new employer, also mentioning you are working and feel awkward not giving two weeks notice) then just be up front and honest with your present employer by fully explaining the situation. They should be understanding and appreciate your candor. 

  

I guess. It's just award. Since. I've never done this and it's only been almost About a month,  so There is a lot of guilt.  I can't imagine there are many people who Change jobs after working for a Month or less.

[rmw10]

38 minutes ago, Wacko4Zacko said:

I guess. It's just award. Since. I've never done this and it's only been almost About a month,  so There is a lot of guilt.  I can't imagine there are many people who Change jobs after working for a Month or less.

Early in your career, don't sweat it whatsoever.  I went a little longer at one job, about 2 months, before I left for an opportunity that better fit.  The job I left was happy for me.  I've been on numerous interviews since then and not 1 has ever had a problem with such a short stint at a company.  It's the environment we live in now, unfortunately.  No company expects loyalty from a lower level employee.

[Wacko4Zacko]

So. I guess my next worry is how do. I even start a conversation like this off? Or should. I just open up with saying that "I'm putting in my two Weeks.and this is why_______." Resignation letters aren't very helpful. 

[Tank 92]

3 hours ago, Wacko4Zacko said:

So. I guess my next worry is how do. I even start a conversation like this off? Or should. I just open up with saying that "I'm putting in my two Weeks.and this is why_______." Resignation letters aren't very helpful. 

Maybe start with  something like "I think you know from my resume that my degree is in graphic design. I've been offered an opportunity............" 

[rmw10]

9 hours ago, Wacko4Zacko said:

So. I guess my next worry is how do. I even start a conversation like this off? Or should. I just open up with saying that "I'm putting in my two Weeks.and this is why_______." Resignation letters aren't very helpful. 

Do what Tank said, and follow that up with the fact that you're turning in your notice and hand the manager the letter.

[Wacko4Zacko]

Well I did it and it went well. He was surprisingly very understanding and happy. It turned out nicer then I thought it would. 

[Moderator 3]

It usually does, though my last one went over like a lead balloon even though I gave a lot of notice.  Enjoy your new job.

[rmw10]

3 hours ago, Wacko4Zacko said:

Well I did it and it went well. He was surprisingly very understanding and happy. It turned out nicer then I thought it would. 

Yep that's usually how it goes.  I was terrified the first time I did it, but I just realized that you have to do what's best for you at the end of the day.  Never once regretted or felt bad about the situation when I looked at it that way.

[Tank 92]

4 hours ago, Wacko4Zacko said:

Well I did it and it went well. He was surprisingly very understanding and happy. It turned out nicer then I thought it would. 

Having been on the other side of the fence for a while I can tell you that if you are up front and honest about situations like this you'll generally have an amenable result.  Where you get into trouble is hiding things and thinking it's all about you without regard for others. NEVER burn a bridge.

[flynismo]

I love this about our community! Good job walking him through this, everyone.

Edited September 14, 2016 by flynismo

[usmccharles]

On ‎9‎/‎13‎/‎2016 at 9:07 AM, Wacko4Zacko said:

Well I did it and it went well. He was surprisingly very understanding and happy. It turned out nicer then I thought it would. 

Sometimes just talking things out and being honest is the best way to handle things.  Congrats