Message #48378

[supergirl]

One month--Six months---One year----Wow!  

You are right that it is difficult to fill positions with good people in 2 weeks; in fact, in my experience it is impossible.  But I think that when giving notice you are a lame duck anyway--not blazing any new professional trails.  At least, I think that is some of the rationale behind 2 weeks.  It's not your responsibility to make sure the position is filled, just to give the employer a chance to make some plans.  How can you tell your next employer that it will be a year before you can start work?  Here in the US, they pressure you not to work out the 2 weeks even!  I always reply, "You would want me to give YOU 2 weeks, and I am honor bound to provide my current employer with the same courtesy."

SG