Friday, November 6, 2015

Quit job...check!

I officially quit my job yesterday.

I told my boss that the house sold last Friday, but we were still working on the dates for the move (and still are....).  He didn't want staff to know until I put the official resignation in writing.  I get that.

But the days were marching on, and people needed to be told.  So, I typed up a short letter, and with very little fanfare, I quit my job.  Boss didn't even look up from what he was doing.

On paper, my last day is November 29, which is a Sunday.  Our office is closed for Thanksgiving, and Black Friday, but I will be working some over the weekend.  I am trying to have everything done by close of business on Wednesday, November 25, but I will have 4 days that I can still access the office to do what I need to do.  I will either lock the door and slide my keys under the door....or I will drop them off at the Clinical Supervisor's house, which is 10 min from the office.

My boss is basically going to encourage everyone to pile on the work, but I said anything I receive after Monday, the 23rd is not guaranteed to be done.  I was not about to have 25 people turn in 25 projects at 4pm on Wednesday because I said I could work some over the holiday weekend.  He was annoyed, but I said I was building in those few days to FINISH what I had, not start new stuff.

The staff will be told today.  I asked to be able to tell a few people myself before the big email goes out, so I talked to a few people yesterday afternoon.  I am sure my day will be filled answering questions.

24 days and counting....

10 comments:

  1. Are you sad to be leaving? How do job prospects look down south - any leads, or are you going to wait until after the new year to start the search?

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    1. Honestly, I am not quite there yet. I am trying to stay away from Admin, but I may end up there temporarily. Plus, I am sure alot of companies are slowing down as we get toward the holidays.

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  2. Did you get news about the home inspection or the appraisal yet?

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  3. Is there a university close to where you are? If so, you should try looking for jobs there. It can have a great schedule and ample vacation / sick / paid time off.

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    1. That actually was something I was looking at. Also for tuition reduction!

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  4. Your boss sounds like a joy to work for. You could always take work with you to finish, NOT. Time will fly by now. Cheryl

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    1. There is a part 2 that happened this morning. More to come another day!

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  5. I'll bet that felt good! Good riddance to that boss and I hope you find a great new job

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  6. I hope you get a better working atmosphere in your new place.

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