Dear Dr. Mimi:
Is it wrong to quit my job by just not showing up? I have only worked here for 6 weeks.
—Quitting
Dear Quitting:
Yes. It is very wrong! It is best to talk to management and explain the reason for leaving this job. Offer to give a two-week notice. Supplying a two-week notice and talking to management shows you are professional and you honor your commitments and the company. If you leave on good terms, they will respect you … and you never know who else they know.
—Dr. Mimi
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