New ask Hacker News story: Ask HN: How to handle a layoff when I already planning on leaving?
Ask HN: How to handle a layoff when I already planning on leaving?
6 by throwaway84390 | 7 comments on Hacker News.
I'm a middle manager and I've just been informed that we're doing a layoff. I'm not being let go, but 2 of my 5 directs will be. I've been through several layoffs before, but this time is a little different. I have been very unhappy in the job, and have already been looking around for something new. The default option is just to carry on until I actually have another offer in hand. However, it feels kinda bad to lay off teammates, only to quit myself several weeks later. Do you think there is anything to gain by being transparent with my boss about my intent to leave? I could be fired on the spot, but that doesn't leave me much worse off if I just quit. Best case, I could negotiate my own severance, and/or leave on very good terms. Any advice or experience from those who have been through similar would be appreciated!
6 by throwaway84390 | 7 comments on Hacker News.
I'm a middle manager and I've just been informed that we're doing a layoff. I'm not being let go, but 2 of my 5 directs will be. I've been through several layoffs before, but this time is a little different. I have been very unhappy in the job, and have already been looking around for something new. The default option is just to carry on until I actually have another offer in hand. However, it feels kinda bad to lay off teammates, only to quit myself several weeks later. Do you think there is anything to gain by being transparent with my boss about my intent to leave? I could be fired on the spot, but that doesn't leave me much worse off if I just quit. Best case, I could negotiate my own severance, and/or leave on very good terms. Any advice or experience from those who have been through similar would be appreciated!
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