cole2012 wrote:
Background: So i work in a matrix organization. It's client services. I "report" to lots of partners on a project basis, but ultimately there's a guy that runs my office (who happens to be a very big deal firm-wide) who decides the bonus, gives the end of year evaluation, etc., even though I don't work with him on very many projects.
Now. I won't be asking him for a letter of rec, because of that. And I do know the 2 partners I want to ask. But I recently received some advice that I should inform the main boss that I'm applying for entry in Fall 2013 (nearly 11 months before I leave my job!). The rationale of this person was that if he finds out, he would be mad that I didn't tell him first. I said, "Why would he find out?" and this person said "if you came to me and asked for a letter, I'd say, Sure, but I'll need to talk to your manager to get a complete picture of how you've been in the firm. So he's going to find out. And you don't want to burn any bridges."
I'm worried about the bonus amount he might keep from me if I tell him (conferred in Feb '13). And frankly, I'm just not looking forward to 11 months of him looking at me a certain way when we pass in the hallway. I'm not convinced that anyone would go and tell my boss I'm leaving. And couldn't I just ask my recommenders to keep quiet?
I would LOVE some input from the gmatclub community on this. I think I'm literally torn 50-50 on this. And time is a-ticking....
Thank you.
I would 100% not tell him... I dont know why you would to be honest. How would the conversation even go? "Hey Mr. Boss I never talk to, I called this quick meeting with you so that I could tell you something... I will be leaving the company, this is my 11 month notice."
In my opinion, the only time you must tell your boss about leaving in advance, is if you are using him as a recommender.
Why would the vendor request to talk to your boss in general? They'll be recommending you based on their interaction with you... how would the overall picture of you in the firm change their outlook on the interactions they've had with you?