shaselai wrote:
isnt it better to just not risk early termination or awkwardness to save it for last minute? Thats what most people do when looking for new jobs no?
Well, I think most of our bosses know prior as they're typically one of the references we use in the application process.
Mine did my references in January and I got my first admit at the end of February. I remained hush-hush about any interviews or admissions news, and then I was asked in May what my plans were. I finally resigned last week with a departure date of July 23.
It's a "good" reason to leave as no employer would ever have especially harsh feelings against someone looking to further their education. When you leave a company to join another one, it's kind of like a break up to leave a hotter woman, but leaving to go to school is more like a break up because you realize you're gay.
I think a lot of employers like the extra notice to find a suitable replacement in a pleasant departure like this. Plus, it gives them time to organize any extras (you never know - they could reward you with a goodwill scholarship for your great work).