I’m planning to resign while I’m still in the probation period. My contract mentions a 30-day notice period but also says it’s ‘at will.’ How does this affect things like my PTO or future job references? Anyone gone through something like this?
If it’s ‘at will,’ you can technically leave anytime, but serving the notice period is usually a good move to avoid issues with PTO.
Bliss said:
If it’s ‘at will,’ you can technically leave anytime, but serving the notice period is usually a good move to avoid issues with PTO.
What does PTO stand for? Not sure what that means.
@chadguru
PTO is paid time off, like vacation days or sick leave you’ve earned while working.
Skipping the notice period could hurt your chances of getting a good reference from your employer. Future jobs might ask about it.
Sky said:
Skipping the notice period could hurt your chances of getting a good reference from your employer. Future jobs might ask about it.
Would explaining my reasons for leaving help with that?
@Zephyr
Totally. Being upfront and professional can leave a better impression, even if you’re resigning early.
If you’re concerned about PTO, you should double-check your company’s policy. Some employers might deduct it if you don’t serve the notice period.
Noor said:
If you’re concerned about PTO, you should double-check your company’s policy. Some employers might deduct it if you don’t serve the notice period.
What if the contract doesn’t say anything about deductions for unused PTO?
@Cleo
If it’s not mentioned, they probably can’t deduct it legally. It’s still a good idea to confirm with HR though.
Quitting during probation is pretty common, but sticking to the 30-day notice helps you leave on good terms.
Hal said:
Quitting during probation is pretty common, but sticking to the 30-day notice helps you leave on good terms.
Doesn’t ‘at will’ mean the notice isn’t required though?
Hal said:
Quitting during probation is pretty common, but sticking to the 30-day notice helps you leave on good terms.
Doesn’t ‘at will’ mean the notice isn’t required though?
Not exactly. ‘At will’ means no reason is needed to quit, but honoring the notice period is still a professional move.
FYI, a short but polite resignation letter can go a long way. It shows professionalism and helps avoid burning bridges.
Arie said:
FYI, a short but polite resignation letter can go a long way. It shows professionalism and helps avoid burning bridges.
Good idea! Any tips on writing one?
Arie said:
FYI, a short but polite resignation letter can go a long way. It shows professionalism and helps avoid burning bridges.
Good idea! Any tips on writing one?
Keep it simple. Thank your employer for the opportunity and clearly state your last working day. You can find templates online too.