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I'm 27 and want to move from DC to NYC. I also work for a small company in DC right now and they are just about to get a new project for me to work on. I haven't mentioned I plan on moving away yet. This new project is very similar to the project I just finished working on so I am like THE GUY who is going to do this work. Without me, they are in a serious pinch (I assume, it's a very small company). I feel quite guilty about this. They do have some people who work remotely but I feel that since I have only been there 3 months and am 27 and am moving for no real good reason, they might not want to let me work remotely from NYC. I'm going to pitch that I could come in 1x per week if necessary when I ask.
It's not that I need this job. I would be fine without it, but I feel really guilty that I haven't even mentioned this and I am moving in 1.5 months, especially with the new project we are getting.
I'm 27 and want to move from DC to NYC. I also work for a small company in DC right now and they are just about to get a new project for me to work on. I haven't mentioned I plan on moving away yet. This new project is very similar to the project I just finished working on so I am like THE GUY who is going to do this work. Without me, they are in a serious pinch (I assume, it's a very small company). I feel quite guilty about this. They do have some people who work remotely but I feel that since I have only been there 3 months and am 27 and am moving for no real good reason, they might not want to let me work remotely from NYC. I'm going to pitch that I could come in 1x per week if necessary when I ask.
It's not that I need this job. I would be fine without it, but I feel really guilty that I haven't even mentioned this and I am moving in 1.5 months, especially with the new project we are getting.
Anyone have any advice?
Let's see..... ..... maybe tell them that you plan on leaving?
How long have you worked there? Are you a W2 or 1099 earner? Without knowing this information I'd advise you to keep your mouth shut unless you want to be laid off. I felt the same way when I left my job in Chicago to move south but you have to do what is right for you not for them.
By all means ask if they will agree to let you work remotely - if they like your work, if they have any sense, they will at least give it a try.
Coming in 1-2 days a week could be do-able, you could ride the Acela for example.
Now how to untangle the mess of all the taxes living in one and working in the other of these two Soviet Socialist People's City-States is another question, but, whatever...
I would offer to work remotely until they find someone else to fill your shoes but I'd checkout the tax code for both cities/states before offering to do so. It may not be in your best interest tax wise to do so. After only 3 months on the job I don't think you owe them anything at all and with the job market where it is they shouldn't have to wait too long to fill the open position. With that in mind I would only give them the required notice time.
I worked at my job for over 10 years and because my supervisor had recently quit I was the only one in the office that could do my job. I worked from home for awhile and on special projects until they got someone else trained to do the work.
I agree with the others who said to ask them if you can work remotely.
There's no reason to feel guilty. Do what's best for you and look out for yourself. Don't feel guilty that you're not going to put your life on hold to stay in DC and work on this project.
It does not matter if you have worked for them 30 years, 30 days, or 30 minutes. Do not feel guilty about quitting. It is your life. Do what you think is best. As far as I know, unless you signed some kind of contract stating how much notice you must give, you could walk out the door today. Granted you would be burning bridges. I do not know what your relationship with them is like, so I do not know how they will react to your intent to quit. If you feel they won't look to get rid of you sooner then go ahead and give them as much advance notice as you can. If you feel they will take your intent to quit poorly, then show a little class and give them 2 weeks notice anyways. If the only reason you are willing to work remotely is because you feel bad about leaving them in a lurch, then I would not make the offer. On the other hand if you would like to work remotely, then by all means make the offer.
first off, you should never feel guilty for making changes in your career that benefit you. no company would feel guilty for cutting you if it meant more money or security for them. I mean, that's life. companies and employees must give and take. and they should understand that. however, with all that you've mentioned and the fact that you really want to leave on a positive note and for future reference, do like the others said, but I'd also suggest you tell them now. don't give them any excuse to be mad or upset. tell them that, out of respect, you're telling them so far in advance. you'd MUST ALWAYS give a 2 week notice, but I say you tell them now and offer to work remotely as well.
I'm 27 and want to move from DC to NYC. I also work for a small company in DC right now and they are just about to get a new project for me to work on. I haven't mentioned I plan on moving away yet. This new project is very similar to the project I just finished working on so I am like THE GUY who is going to do this work. Without me, they are in a serious pinch (I assume, it's a very small company). I feel quite guilty about this. They do have some people who work remotely but I feel that since I have only been there 3 months and am 27 and am moving for no real good reason, they might not want to let me work remotely from NYC. I'm going to pitch that I could come in 1x per week if necessary when I ask.
It's not that I need this job. I would be fine without it, but I feel really guilty that I haven't even mentioned this and I am moving in 1.5 months, especially with the new project we are getting.
Anyone have any advice?
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..... maybe tell them that you plan on leaving?
