Have you ever quit a job without giving two weeks notice?

Whether or not you should give a 2 weeks notice depends on the situation. If your job depends on man-power and having a certain number of workers at all times (such as retail) then it would probably be best to give the 2 weeks. But if your job is less demanding then you can probably talk to your boss and make arrangements to quit before 2 weeks. Every situation is different, and its kind of a judgment call. But if you are in good standing with your boss and co-workers then they usually won't mind if you prefer to leave w/o giving your 2 weeks notice.

I hope this helped, best of luck!

It would depend on why I was quitting. If I was quitting because I had a new job offer that I preferred, I would give two weeks notice. If I was quitting because I felt unsafe in the work environment, was being harassed by superiors or something that made me uncomfortable I would tell them I was quitting and be gone. I do not have to continue to put myself in an unsafe or uncomfortable situation because they have 'rules' about it.

I did quit a job at a drive-in movie theater without two weeks notice. My boss was only paying $2.25 an hour (this was 5 years ago so clearly below minimum wage; he go away with it because he said we had an opportunity or tips but there was NO opportunity for tipping nor was tipping encouraged), and he shouted at me during our busiest time (I had 15 minutes to prepare more than 200 drinks) because I wasn't keeping the ice tray filled on the soda machine. Of course I wasn't I was more worried about serving his customers in a timely manner than toting buckets of ice making sure the ice stayed 100% full (it was only down to 50% when he started shouting). It was degrading to be paid so little and then be shouted at in front of the customers. At the end of the night I told him I was going to come back the next weekend.

My boyfriend, last year was offered a job with the FBI. He attempted to give two weeks notice to the alarm installation company he was working for and the boss got upset that he was leaving and just told him to get out instead.

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I typically follow this procedure, even in retail or at a restaurant. However, sometimes when you turn in the 2 week notice, your manager may determine that you can leave sooner depending on the situation. I personally have not had the delight of being told I can leave sooner than 2 weeks, but a number of my friends have. I think it depends on how busy it is at your job and what type of job you have.

I did have one job I walked out on because the company was kind of shady. I worked there 2 months and I felt like some of their activities were unethical to say the least. One day I was asked to cover up someone else's mistake (that was potentially illegal) and I refused. I was told I had to do it anyway. I walked to my desk, packed up my stuff, and walked out. A couple of people working there waved and smiled as I walked out; they were so happy for me. It was an awful place!

Yes, I have always given two weeks notice. I once gave one month but won't do that again. It's actually too long. I figure now if I were hit by a bus (or worse, killed or died) they'd replace me in a second, so two weeks is plenty.

I think every situation is unique and two weeks is not always necessary. Some jobs will escort an employee out the day they give notice and almost 100% of jobs are 'at will' - meaning the employer (as well as the employee) can terminate at any time without cause.

Two weeks notice is standard and most employers appreciate the heads-up. It serves most people well to give two notice (IF it is the standard/norm in the industry you are in)...it's a sign of professionalism and will go a long way in regards to future references, etc.

The most important thing to keep in mind is to remain positive, upbeat, professional, and productive during the last two weeks/remaining time with the employer. Slackers, short timers or those who don't help in the transition are better off leaving before the two weeks are up.

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It is only considered a courtesy to give a 2 week notice when you quit a job. This is so the employer is able to start hiring proceedings and/or training proceedings for a replacement. Sometimes, employers will just let you go prior to the end of 2 weeks for a number of reasons. The best part about this, at least in California, is they will pay you your normal salary to avoid an unemployment claim unless they let you go with one week left. (There is a one week waiting period for unemployment in California.)

I've most often given a one week notice in order to take a one week vacation if I'm going from one job to the next by explaining (fib) that if I could not begin my employment in one week, I would not have gotten the job.

I've also given no notice at all due to work conditions.

A company I was working for was doing mass lay-offs, and even though I felt secure in my job (I had a job requiring a certificate), they were outsourcing a lot of job overseas. At the time, I only worked for my enjoyment and fun money. As a way to protest all the single mothers who were getting laid off, I gave notice one hour before my shift was over. When asked why I wasn't giving notice, I simply replied with a question: "Are you giving any notice to the employees you are laying off?" Of course it didn't change the way they were going to do things, but I do know that they looked for almost six months for a replacement. I would consider that to be a somewhat successful protest.

I walked off a job once when I was a kid, I threw my keys at the boss and walked out. Probably saying some colorful things as well. It was the only time I ever left a job without giving notice.

Yes, I gave notice the same day I quit. It was best for all of us, I was still in training and didnt want to waste their money. I think it just depends on each situation.

Yes I have. I don't believe in the thought that I owe an employer two weeks. I have been laid off twice with zero notice from my employer.

I believe that it is a common courtesy to give your employer at least 2 weeks notice if you are going to quit. If you read the paperwork for most jobs when you are hired, It states that they can "Fire" you without any reason and without giving you 2 weeks notice and it also states that you the employee also doesn't have to give a notice when you decide to quit. So with that being said, It is up to you the individual as to whether or not you give your employer 2 weeks notice.

Sure. When's the last time a company gave anyone two weeks notice before firing them? They deserve nothing but what THEY offer in the way of courtesy and professionalism. I'm in a job to work and make a living. I want to offer all I can in a positive way to the company because I understand that a successful company benefits me personally. However, too often companies do not value their employees, and that should be reflective in our leaving their employment as well. If it comes down to YOUR interests, you leave them in exactly the same boat they'd leave you during their own crunch time. Companies put their interests before their employees every single minute they conduct business. They leave their employees high and dry. It's not personal, as they would say. It's just business. It's what we hear as employees all the time when it comes to layoffs, reduction in benefits, reduction in hours, jobs being moved overseas for cheaper labor...

"Do unto others what you would want others to do unto you" works both ways as far as I'm concerned, and most companies expect far more courtesy FROM you than they'll ever offer TO you.

It's exactly the same idea behind a company telling you on Friday that you will be working Saturday. You have no time to prepare for that, any plans you had need to change, the company says this is mandatory and basically "oh well." Yet, you must provide two weeks notice to take a vacation day so that THEY can be prepared for a change in plans. Be wise. Don't be a sucker. Respect is a two way street and no matter who you are, or who you think you are, it's going to work both ways so long as I have a say.

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