Fiery Resignation Response

Resigning from a job can be a varied experience, ranging from smooth transitions to abrupt departures. Such was the case for a Reddit user’s daughter, whose two-week notice was met with an immediate dismissal. Undeterred, she faced the situation with resolve and self-assurance, standing up for herself in the process.

The proud father shared, “My daughter had planned to resign for some time, and today was the day. Armed with knowledge from the employee handbook, she meticulously reviewed policies on PTO payout before crafting her resignation letter. Upon delivering it to her boss, she was shocked to be asked to leave immediately.”

Undeterred, she emailed her resignation to both her manager and director, stating her last day would be two weeks from that Friday. Despite anticipating a swift exit, she had already cleared her desk the previous week. However, as she was escorted out, her boss audaciously requested her assistance with workload questions. Her response was a succinct, “Too late, you rejected my two-week notice, see what you get.” Unfazed, she continued on her path, eager to commence her new job the following Monday.

The Reddit post, titled “Priceless Rejection of a Two-Week Notice,” garnered 13k upvotes and numerous comments. The father revealed that despite being asked to leave immediately, his daughter would be compensated for the two weeks as per legal obligations in many US states.

Among the comments, there were expressions of applause for the daughter’s bold stand, coupled with shared frustrations about the guilt often associated with quitting abruptly, only to face unanticipated consequences. The anecdote resonated with others who had encountered similar challenges in their professional journeys, creating a relatable and engaging discussion within the Reddit community.

_{Repurposed article originally published in Up Worthy}