Navigating Resignation Challenges: Notice Periods, Training Complications, and Employment Contracts

Hi All,

Is there any way to resign without any hassles with the organization on short notice?

Chithranjan

Hi,

Resigning on short notice can only happen if the following is in place:

1. If all the responsibilities you are currently handling are automated.
2. If you don't need much of a handover as you are following the process to the point, and the next person can handle the responsibilities without much handholding.
3. And provided you find a person who can join on such short notice :)

In short, it's a little difficult if you are playing an important role in the organization.

All the best!

Cheers,
Kavitha

Hi All,

Is there any way to resign without any hassles with the organization on short notice...?

Chittaranjan

I would suggest that you have to look at the financial side of the termination clause as well. These days, I came across an offer from a company that wanted to hire me immediately (within 2 weeks) and agreed to pay for the entire notice period with my current organization (which had a 1-month notice period). The catch was that in their offer letter, they specified a 3-month notice period, which would be a substantial amount. So, although they claim to believe in a Hire and Fire policy, I believe they overlook the latter part. Just my 2 cents!

Yeah...

The hire and fire policy is correct. If you ask about the compensation for the training they have provided, then what...?

Chithranjan

Dear Chith,

Training is an investment that a company undertakes based on the financial and strategic advantages it will receive. At the end of the day, it is only people who actually manage to do the work despite all the automation the company/business has; so businesses/companies are ready to arrange for professional/personal training, which obviously is expensive, and they usually dislike the idea of an employee leaving the organization immediately upon the commencement of a training.

To add to your predicament, I know of a scenario in which the company sought legal assistance (asked several employees) to sign a legal document stating that once they receive a very expensive training, they would not leave the organization for a fixed amount of time; which, in my opinion, is correct and good. "There are no free lunches in this world," so if you are looking for progression in your professional life, you should adhere to some basic professional agreements.

Ashish

I totally agree with you. What if there was no agreement, and it's been a long time after training, but they are still asking for compensation? It's a very huge amount.

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Well, I am sorry, but that's something you have to figure out within your organization only.

Worst-case scenario - you might not get the relieving letter (possibility of not getting a Form-16 also should not be ruled out), which you have to evaluate in your current context. Also, confirm with your new employer if they are willing to accept you without a relieving letter.

Sorry, buddy... sometimes organizations can be a real big pain in the rear side!! :evil:

ashish