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« on: April 10, 2001, 07:47:03 am » |
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How do you guys feel (or think a boss would react) about asking for a week off only 2 weeks in advance?
I usually give more time if I need that much time off but I just found out a good friend of mine is coming to visit next week and he will be staying with me. I obviously don't want to leave him alone the whole time while I'm at work so I want to ask bossy for the week after next off but I'm nervous. We get along great but we are extremely busy and it's one of those types of jobs where I feel like the world will fall apart if I miss a day or two.
Any advice on how to ask? Or how you look at this?
Julie
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officeduchess
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« Reply #1 on: April 10, 2001, 08:38:57 am » |
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Jewels -
If they won't let you take the whole week off; how about half days?? Just a thought.
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winkiebear
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« Reply #2 on: April 10, 2001, 08:39:40 am » |
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Well, Julie, I would just ask. I mean, tell yourself, the worst he can say is 'NO'. And if he does tell you no, or if he seems hesitant, is there a way you can take three days off instead of five? Maybe would he go for that?
Good luck!
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« Reply #3 on: April 10, 2001, 09:09:59 am » |
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That is kind of an "iffy" situation. In the world we would all like this to be, bossie would way "Sure, why not. In fact take two", but in the real world it just doesn't work that way.
It doesn't hurt to ask though. What's the worst he's going to do? Say no. No harm done. I would approach him at the time when he has the least amount of stress, and will remember the conversation well.
Say something to the effect of, "I know this is short notice, but I have a friend coming into town in two weeks, and they are not familiar with the area. I would like to take my vacation then so that we can spend some time together and catch up on things since I haven't seem in a while. I will understand if you say no, but may I please have that week off? I will make sure everything is caught up, and that my fill in is completely prepared for the week."
Remember when we used to do persuasive paragraphs in highschool? Well think of this as a short version of one. Make sure you can back up your reasons for needing time off, and for why the world will not fall apart when you take the time off. If you have an understanding or nice boss, this should not be a problem. Also, have your vacation request filled out so as soon as he says yes, he can sign it.
Ellen (thinking of the beach when I go on vacation) in TX
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« Reply #4 on: April 10, 2001, 09:11:42 am » |
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I agree with Winkie on this one, the worst he can do is say no, and if he does try to work out a compromise instead of the 2 weeks.
Good Luck
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« Reply #5 on: April 10, 2001, 10:12:45 am » |
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I agree with just asking. You are a valued employee and they know that. You just don't go asking for time off (entire week) every time something comes up. Just ask, if you feel uncomfortable with the response, then say if you can take a few days instead. Bossie will know how dedicated you are to your job by you offering not to take the entire week if need be.
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« Reply #6 on: April 10, 2001, 11:56:19 am » |
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Go ahead, ask. If two weeks is enough to give notice, it should darn well be wnough to ask for vacation. You're coming back from that! If he says no, though, and it's not a particularly busy time, I would wonder why. Shoot, I once took a week's vacation with 2 days notice! If you have a good relationship with your boss, it should be fine. Just say, "I need the week for company." Short and sweet. Let us know how it goes. I want to see if it works.
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« Reply #7 on: April 11, 2001, 07:38:19 am » |
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I agree with Yank. If you can resign with 2 weeks notice, you can sure take some time off with 2 weeks notice.
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« Reply #8 on: April 11, 2001, 09:03:44 am » |
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Okay Jewels,
So what happened? Did you ask for the time off? Did you get it? Did ya, did ya, did ya, huh, huh?
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jewels6567
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« Reply #9 on: April 11, 2001, 01:01:48 pm » |
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Well bossy pretty much said no. He said maybe we could figure out something where I worked a couple of half days which would be great but I don't want to leave someone staying with me alone for two weeks while I'm working the whole time.
I think I'm going to see if I can get my friend to postpone his trip until mid to late May and then take off a week. I would hope I could get the time off then, with this much notice...so we'll see.
Thanks for all of your suggestions!
Julie
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countrigal
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« Reply #10 on: April 11, 2001, 01:21:54 pm » |
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Jewels.. first I apologize for jumping in late but I was on leave myself...
The question is how late does your friend sleep in? Is he an early riser? My reasoning?... It might be more beneficial for you to work half a day, then return to spend the rest of the day with your friend. That way you're not wasting some of your time off while your friend is sleeping. This would allow you to have time with your friend but still make bossie happy that you're in the office if he needs your expertise. A lot of folks in my office do this and it seems to work great. I did this when I had company the last time and loved it. I arranged to come in a little early so that I could leave before lunch and by the time my company was up, showered, and ready to motivate I was home.
Just an option...
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whitesatin
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« Reply #11 on: April 11, 2001, 01:28:47 pm » |
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That sounds like a wonderful idea CountriGal. Also, Jewels, I wouldn't have your friend postpone the trip until May UNLESS you already have the time off okayed by your boss.
I'm sorry your boss wouldn't give you the time you need, but I hope CountriGal's suggestion would work for you because it sounds like a great idea.
Let us know what happens.
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jewels6567
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« Reply #12 on: April 11, 2001, 02:21:54 pm » |
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Thanks for the suggestion CountriGal and believe me I thought about that...my problem is that I get jealous that someone is home sleeping and I can't be. Besides I want to spend as much time with my friend as possible since it's been so long and it might be a while before we see each other again.
I talked to bossy and he said mid-May was good and my friend can postpone his trip. It seems like all is working out.
Thanks again!
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whitesatin
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« Reply #13 on: April 11, 2001, 03:44:37 pm » |
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That's great Jewels. I know you must be disappointed, but now you really have something to look forward to and it will be here before you know. You'll have all the time off you wanted and you'll be able to spend it with your friend with no worries. I hope you have fun.
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« Reply #14 on: April 11, 2001, 08:07:13 pm » |
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Julie, I'm so glad this all worked out in a way that benefits all.
The magic of the advice from TAA shows itself again!
Long live TAA!
wb
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