Our team is already struggling to meet deadlines and i am planning to leave. What considerations should i take? [duplicate]

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I work in a relatively small team. Upper management has basically tied our hands to tight deadlines for the next year or so meaning basically all developer resources are fully booked for the foreseeable future (already a bad idea, i know..). Things are looking like they will get better after this period but i think i would rather not wait and see.



I have an interview in 4 days which seems quite promising. Should they offer me the role i will accept. This will mean my team and the company as a whole will miss their deadlines and incur heavy fines, especially since we have already tried hiring additional resources which is proving easier said than done.



I know it is not my responsibility to ensure the companies projects do not fail, but are there any considerations i should take upon leaving such an unstable environment? I would like to do my best to leave my colleagues in as good as a position as possible.







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    Useful reading: "guilt over leaving team behind as I leave a toxic workplace" (external)
    – Lilienthal♦
    Jul 8 '16 at 11:36






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    Poor planning on their part does not translate to responsibility on your part
    – Richard U
    Jul 8 '16 at 12:52






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    Basically a duplicate of this question?
    – Elysian Fields♦
    Jul 8 '16 at 13:22






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    When leaving, your foremost consideration is to makke sure you clean out your desk thoroughly and don't forget to take anything you own.
    – Kilisi
    Jul 8 '16 at 20:05










  • Buy a nice box of donuts on the day you leave, 'coz thats really all you can fix.
    – Xavier J
    Jul 9 '16 at 3:06
















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  • How can I prepare for getting hit by a bus?

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I work in a relatively small team. Upper management has basically tied our hands to tight deadlines for the next year or so meaning basically all developer resources are fully booked for the foreseeable future (already a bad idea, i know..). Things are looking like they will get better after this period but i think i would rather not wait and see.



I have an interview in 4 days which seems quite promising. Should they offer me the role i will accept. This will mean my team and the company as a whole will miss their deadlines and incur heavy fines, especially since we have already tried hiring additional resources which is proving easier said than done.



I know it is not my responsibility to ensure the companies projects do not fail, but are there any considerations i should take upon leaving such an unstable environment? I would like to do my best to leave my colleagues in as good as a position as possible.







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marked as duplicate by IDrinkandIKnowThings, Dan Pichelman, gnat, keshlam, mxyzplk Jul 10 '16 at 2:53


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  • 3




    Useful reading: "guilt over leaving team behind as I leave a toxic workplace" (external)
    – Lilienthal♦
    Jul 8 '16 at 11:36






  • 3




    Poor planning on their part does not translate to responsibility on your part
    – Richard U
    Jul 8 '16 at 12:52






  • 6




    Basically a duplicate of this question?
    – Elysian Fields♦
    Jul 8 '16 at 13:22






  • 2




    When leaving, your foremost consideration is to makke sure you clean out your desk thoroughly and don't forget to take anything you own.
    – Kilisi
    Jul 8 '16 at 20:05










  • Buy a nice box of donuts on the day you leave, 'coz thats really all you can fix.
    – Xavier J
    Jul 9 '16 at 3:06












up vote
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favorite









up vote
4
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  • How can I prepare for getting hit by a bus?

    13 answers



I work in a relatively small team. Upper management has basically tied our hands to tight deadlines for the next year or so meaning basically all developer resources are fully booked for the foreseeable future (already a bad idea, i know..). Things are looking like they will get better after this period but i think i would rather not wait and see.



I have an interview in 4 days which seems quite promising. Should they offer me the role i will accept. This will mean my team and the company as a whole will miss their deadlines and incur heavy fines, especially since we have already tried hiring additional resources which is proving easier said than done.



I know it is not my responsibility to ensure the companies projects do not fail, but are there any considerations i should take upon leaving such an unstable environment? I would like to do my best to leave my colleagues in as good as a position as possible.







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This question already has an answer here:



  • How can I prepare for getting hit by a bus?

    13 answers



I work in a relatively small team. Upper management has basically tied our hands to tight deadlines for the next year or so meaning basically all developer resources are fully booked for the foreseeable future (already a bad idea, i know..). Things are looking like they will get better after this period but i think i would rather not wait and see.



I have an interview in 4 days which seems quite promising. Should they offer me the role i will accept. This will mean my team and the company as a whole will miss their deadlines and incur heavy fines, especially since we have already tried hiring additional resources which is proving easier said than done.



I know it is not my responsibility to ensure the companies projects do not fail, but are there any considerations i should take upon leaving such an unstable environment? I would like to do my best to leave my colleagues in as good as a position as possible.





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  • 3




    Useful reading: "guilt over leaving team behind as I leave a toxic workplace" (external)
    – Lilienthal♦
    Jul 8 '16 at 11:36






  • 3




    Poor planning on their part does not translate to responsibility on your part
    – Richard U
    Jul 8 '16 at 12:52






  • 6




    Basically a duplicate of this question?
    – Elysian Fields♦
    Jul 8 '16 at 13:22






  • 2




    When leaving, your foremost consideration is to makke sure you clean out your desk thoroughly and don't forget to take anything you own.
    – Kilisi
    Jul 8 '16 at 20:05










  • Buy a nice box of donuts on the day you leave, 'coz thats really all you can fix.
    – Xavier J
    Jul 9 '16 at 3:06












  • 3




    Useful reading: "guilt over leaving team behind as I leave a toxic workplace" (external)
    – Lilienthal♦
    Jul 8 '16 at 11:36






  • 3




    Poor planning on their part does not translate to responsibility on your part
    – Richard U
    Jul 8 '16 at 12:52






  • 6




    Basically a duplicate of this question?
    – Elysian Fields♦
    Jul 8 '16 at 13:22






  • 2




    When leaving, your foremost consideration is to makke sure you clean out your desk thoroughly and don't forget to take anything you own.
    – Kilisi
    Jul 8 '16 at 20:05










  • Buy a nice box of donuts on the day you leave, 'coz thats really all you can fix.
    – Xavier J
    Jul 9 '16 at 3:06







3




3




Useful reading: "guilt over leaving team behind as I leave a toxic workplace" (external)
– Lilienthal♦
Jul 8 '16 at 11:36




Useful reading: "guilt over leaving team behind as I leave a toxic workplace" (external)
– Lilienthal♦
Jul 8 '16 at 11:36




3




3




Poor planning on their part does not translate to responsibility on your part
– Richard U
Jul 8 '16 at 12:52




Poor planning on their part does not translate to responsibility on your part
– Richard U
Jul 8 '16 at 12:52




6




6




Basically a duplicate of this question?
– Elysian Fields♦
Jul 8 '16 at 13:22




Basically a duplicate of this question?
– Elysian Fields♦
Jul 8 '16 at 13:22




2




2




When leaving, your foremost consideration is to makke sure you clean out your desk thoroughly and don't forget to take anything you own.
– Kilisi
Jul 8 '16 at 20:05




When leaving, your foremost consideration is to makke sure you clean out your desk thoroughly and don't forget to take anything you own.
– Kilisi
Jul 8 '16 at 20:05












Buy a nice box of donuts on the day you leave, 'coz thats really all you can fix.
– Xavier J
Jul 9 '16 at 3:06




Buy a nice box of donuts on the day you leave, 'coz thats really all you can fix.
– Xavier J
Jul 9 '16 at 3:06










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I'd say in case you are accepted, just respect legal period of notice and politely say goodbye to your old team.



It's never easy to quit a job in this situation, but it's part of a company life to handle turnover. I was in the exact same situation few weeks ago : working in a small team, quitting, lots of planned work etc. but they found a promising replacement even though they had high expectations (finding quickly a cheap autonomous dev ready to work overtime).



It's advisable to finish in good terms, by extending the notice period as much as your next employer would accept and/or suggesting a competent replacement if you know any, but thinking about yourself is higher priority. The company will recover.



Good luck for the interview !






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    "The company will recover." Or it might not. But either way, this isn't your problem.
    – Philip Kendall
    Jul 8 '16 at 11:57

















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The best you can do is use your notice period to complete as much of your work as you can, and document what you cant complete. Basically the idea is to leave your work in a state where it is easiest as possible for someone to come in and pick up where you left off.



Good luck with the interview.






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    3
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    Once you have been informed in writing and accepted the job I would give your current employer notice in writing. I would attempt to assist them as much as possible including:



    1. Sitting down with my direct manager and discussing anything specific
      he would like documented to ensure they have adequate details.

    2. Sitting down with a project lead / Manager to discuss priorities or
      who you should catch up on your current progress.

    3. Provide up to date personal contact information, with an
      invitation to contact you with brief questions

    4. Work diligently the entire notice period, don't change anything
      about your work ethic, productivity or behavior.

    5. If they ask and you can provide set up contract hours with the
      understanding that you will need to work around your new primary
      employers needs but will be happy to finish up a few final items at
      x rate. Again it might look like a money grab so it is a situation
      by situation basis, they will ask if they want to.

    In general do what you should. Return equipment promptly, answer the phone when they call, give the proper notice window, and as always expect to be fired immediately once giving notice (It's rare but happens).






    share|improve this answer





















    • Remember to take any owed annual leave
      – Pepone
      Jul 8 '16 at 22:29










    • Or accept it as paid compensation (they may prefer this, and it's extra money in your pocket)
      – Richard Rast
      Jul 9 '16 at 2:31

















    up vote
    0
    down vote













    What you're really asking is how to quit without burning any bridges. If you are the bottom most worker then you are not very important, even if you believe you have all these projects that entirely depends on you to succeed. That is most likely untrue and your departure would only cause minimal disturbance.



    With that said, just give your notice, and hope for the best. If you give your notice in the timeframe required and in a professional manner, then all they can do is just be upset about your departure. They may try to keep you on board, but reality is they'd probably drop you as soon as they can knowing you plan to leave.






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      I'd say in case you are accepted, just respect legal period of notice and politely say goodbye to your old team.



      It's never easy to quit a job in this situation, but it's part of a company life to handle turnover. I was in the exact same situation few weeks ago : working in a small team, quitting, lots of planned work etc. but they found a promising replacement even though they had high expectations (finding quickly a cheap autonomous dev ready to work overtime).



      It's advisable to finish in good terms, by extending the notice period as much as your next employer would accept and/or suggesting a competent replacement if you know any, but thinking about yourself is higher priority. The company will recover.



      Good luck for the interview !






      share|improve this answer

















      • 10




        "The company will recover." Or it might not. But either way, this isn't your problem.
        – Philip Kendall
        Jul 8 '16 at 11:57














      up vote
      10
      down vote













      I'd say in case you are accepted, just respect legal period of notice and politely say goodbye to your old team.



      It's never easy to quit a job in this situation, but it's part of a company life to handle turnover. I was in the exact same situation few weeks ago : working in a small team, quitting, lots of planned work etc. but they found a promising replacement even though they had high expectations (finding quickly a cheap autonomous dev ready to work overtime).



      It's advisable to finish in good terms, by extending the notice period as much as your next employer would accept and/or suggesting a competent replacement if you know any, but thinking about yourself is higher priority. The company will recover.



      Good luck for the interview !






      share|improve this answer

















      • 10




        "The company will recover." Or it might not. But either way, this isn't your problem.
        – Philip Kendall
        Jul 8 '16 at 11:57












      up vote
      10
      down vote










      up vote
      10
      down vote









      I'd say in case you are accepted, just respect legal period of notice and politely say goodbye to your old team.



      It's never easy to quit a job in this situation, but it's part of a company life to handle turnover. I was in the exact same situation few weeks ago : working in a small team, quitting, lots of planned work etc. but they found a promising replacement even though they had high expectations (finding quickly a cheap autonomous dev ready to work overtime).



      It's advisable to finish in good terms, by extending the notice period as much as your next employer would accept and/or suggesting a competent replacement if you know any, but thinking about yourself is higher priority. The company will recover.



      Good luck for the interview !






      share|improve this answer













      I'd say in case you are accepted, just respect legal period of notice and politely say goodbye to your old team.



      It's never easy to quit a job in this situation, but it's part of a company life to handle turnover. I was in the exact same situation few weeks ago : working in a small team, quitting, lots of planned work etc. but they found a promising replacement even though they had high expectations (finding quickly a cheap autonomous dev ready to work overtime).



      It's advisable to finish in good terms, by extending the notice period as much as your next employer would accept and/or suggesting a competent replacement if you know any, but thinking about yourself is higher priority. The company will recover.



      Good luck for the interview !







      share|improve this answer













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      answered Jul 8 '16 at 11:38









      Arthur Havlicek

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      • 10




        "The company will recover." Or it might not. But either way, this isn't your problem.
        – Philip Kendall
        Jul 8 '16 at 11:57












      • 10




        "The company will recover." Or it might not. But either way, this isn't your problem.
        – Philip Kendall
        Jul 8 '16 at 11:57







      10




      10




      "The company will recover." Or it might not. But either way, this isn't your problem.
      – Philip Kendall
      Jul 8 '16 at 11:57




      "The company will recover." Or it might not. But either way, this isn't your problem.
      – Philip Kendall
      Jul 8 '16 at 11:57












      up vote
      3
      down vote













      The best you can do is use your notice period to complete as much of your work as you can, and document what you cant complete. Basically the idea is to leave your work in a state where it is easiest as possible for someone to come in and pick up where you left off.



      Good luck with the interview.






      share|improve this answer

























        up vote
        3
        down vote













        The best you can do is use your notice period to complete as much of your work as you can, and document what you cant complete. Basically the idea is to leave your work in a state where it is easiest as possible for someone to come in and pick up where you left off.



        Good luck with the interview.






        share|improve this answer























          up vote
          3
          down vote










          up vote
          3
          down vote









          The best you can do is use your notice period to complete as much of your work as you can, and document what you cant complete. Basically the idea is to leave your work in a state where it is easiest as possible for someone to come in and pick up where you left off.



          Good luck with the interview.






          share|improve this answer













          The best you can do is use your notice period to complete as much of your work as you can, and document what you cant complete. Basically the idea is to leave your work in a state where it is easiest as possible for someone to come in and pick up where you left off.



          Good luck with the interview.







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          answered Jul 8 '16 at 12:50









          JasonJ

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              up vote
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              Once you have been informed in writing and accepted the job I would give your current employer notice in writing. I would attempt to assist them as much as possible including:



              1. Sitting down with my direct manager and discussing anything specific
                he would like documented to ensure they have adequate details.

              2. Sitting down with a project lead / Manager to discuss priorities or
                who you should catch up on your current progress.

              3. Provide up to date personal contact information, with an
                invitation to contact you with brief questions

              4. Work diligently the entire notice period, don't change anything
                about your work ethic, productivity or behavior.

              5. If they ask and you can provide set up contract hours with the
                understanding that you will need to work around your new primary
                employers needs but will be happy to finish up a few final items at
                x rate. Again it might look like a money grab so it is a situation
                by situation basis, they will ask if they want to.

              In general do what you should. Return equipment promptly, answer the phone when they call, give the proper notice window, and as always expect to be fired immediately once giving notice (It's rare but happens).






              share|improve this answer





















              • Remember to take any owed annual leave
                – Pepone
                Jul 8 '16 at 22:29










              • Or accept it as paid compensation (they may prefer this, and it's extra money in your pocket)
                – Richard Rast
                Jul 9 '16 at 2:31














              up vote
              3
              down vote













              Once you have been informed in writing and accepted the job I would give your current employer notice in writing. I would attempt to assist them as much as possible including:



              1. Sitting down with my direct manager and discussing anything specific
                he would like documented to ensure they have adequate details.

              2. Sitting down with a project lead / Manager to discuss priorities or
                who you should catch up on your current progress.

              3. Provide up to date personal contact information, with an
                invitation to contact you with brief questions

              4. Work diligently the entire notice period, don't change anything
                about your work ethic, productivity or behavior.

              5. If they ask and you can provide set up contract hours with the
                understanding that you will need to work around your new primary
                employers needs but will be happy to finish up a few final items at
                x rate. Again it might look like a money grab so it is a situation
                by situation basis, they will ask if they want to.

              In general do what you should. Return equipment promptly, answer the phone when they call, give the proper notice window, and as always expect to be fired immediately once giving notice (It's rare but happens).






              share|improve this answer





















              • Remember to take any owed annual leave
                – Pepone
                Jul 8 '16 at 22:29










              • Or accept it as paid compensation (they may prefer this, and it's extra money in your pocket)
                – Richard Rast
                Jul 9 '16 at 2:31












              up vote
              3
              down vote










              up vote
              3
              down vote









              Once you have been informed in writing and accepted the job I would give your current employer notice in writing. I would attempt to assist them as much as possible including:



              1. Sitting down with my direct manager and discussing anything specific
                he would like documented to ensure they have adequate details.

              2. Sitting down with a project lead / Manager to discuss priorities or
                who you should catch up on your current progress.

              3. Provide up to date personal contact information, with an
                invitation to contact you with brief questions

              4. Work diligently the entire notice period, don't change anything
                about your work ethic, productivity or behavior.

              5. If they ask and you can provide set up contract hours with the
                understanding that you will need to work around your new primary
                employers needs but will be happy to finish up a few final items at
                x rate. Again it might look like a money grab so it is a situation
                by situation basis, they will ask if they want to.

              In general do what you should. Return equipment promptly, answer the phone when they call, give the proper notice window, and as always expect to be fired immediately once giving notice (It's rare but happens).






              share|improve this answer













              Once you have been informed in writing and accepted the job I would give your current employer notice in writing. I would attempt to assist them as much as possible including:



              1. Sitting down with my direct manager and discussing anything specific
                he would like documented to ensure they have adequate details.

              2. Sitting down with a project lead / Manager to discuss priorities or
                who you should catch up on your current progress.

              3. Provide up to date personal contact information, with an
                invitation to contact you with brief questions

              4. Work diligently the entire notice period, don't change anything
                about your work ethic, productivity or behavior.

              5. If they ask and you can provide set up contract hours with the
                understanding that you will need to work around your new primary
                employers needs but will be happy to finish up a few final items at
                x rate. Again it might look like a money grab so it is a situation
                by situation basis, they will ask if they want to.

              In general do what you should. Return equipment promptly, answer the phone when they call, give the proper notice window, and as always expect to be fired immediately once giving notice (It's rare but happens).







              share|improve this answer













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              answered Jul 8 '16 at 13:13









              Nick Young

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              • Remember to take any owed annual leave
                – Pepone
                Jul 8 '16 at 22:29










              • Or accept it as paid compensation (they may prefer this, and it's extra money in your pocket)
                – Richard Rast
                Jul 9 '16 at 2:31
















              • Remember to take any owed annual leave
                – Pepone
                Jul 8 '16 at 22:29










              • Or accept it as paid compensation (they may prefer this, and it's extra money in your pocket)
                – Richard Rast
                Jul 9 '16 at 2:31















              Remember to take any owed annual leave
              – Pepone
              Jul 8 '16 at 22:29




              Remember to take any owed annual leave
              – Pepone
              Jul 8 '16 at 22:29












              Or accept it as paid compensation (they may prefer this, and it's extra money in your pocket)
              – Richard Rast
              Jul 9 '16 at 2:31




              Or accept it as paid compensation (they may prefer this, and it's extra money in your pocket)
              – Richard Rast
              Jul 9 '16 at 2:31










              up vote
              0
              down vote













              What you're really asking is how to quit without burning any bridges. If you are the bottom most worker then you are not very important, even if you believe you have all these projects that entirely depends on you to succeed. That is most likely untrue and your departure would only cause minimal disturbance.



              With that said, just give your notice, and hope for the best. If you give your notice in the timeframe required and in a professional manner, then all they can do is just be upset about your departure. They may try to keep you on board, but reality is they'd probably drop you as soon as they can knowing you plan to leave.






              share|improve this answer

























                up vote
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                down vote













                What you're really asking is how to quit without burning any bridges. If you are the bottom most worker then you are not very important, even if you believe you have all these projects that entirely depends on you to succeed. That is most likely untrue and your departure would only cause minimal disturbance.



                With that said, just give your notice, and hope for the best. If you give your notice in the timeframe required and in a professional manner, then all they can do is just be upset about your departure. They may try to keep you on board, but reality is they'd probably drop you as soon as they can knowing you plan to leave.






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                  What you're really asking is how to quit without burning any bridges. If you are the bottom most worker then you are not very important, even if you believe you have all these projects that entirely depends on you to succeed. That is most likely untrue and your departure would only cause minimal disturbance.



                  With that said, just give your notice, and hope for the best. If you give your notice in the timeframe required and in a professional manner, then all they can do is just be upset about your departure. They may try to keep you on board, but reality is they'd probably drop you as soon as they can knowing you plan to leave.






                  share|improve this answer













                  What you're really asking is how to quit without burning any bridges. If you are the bottom most worker then you are not very important, even if you believe you have all these projects that entirely depends on you to succeed. That is most likely untrue and your departure would only cause minimal disturbance.



                  With that said, just give your notice, and hope for the best. If you give your notice in the timeframe required and in a professional manner, then all they can do is just be upset about your departure. They may try to keep you on board, but reality is they'd probably drop you as soon as they can knowing you plan to leave.







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                  answered Jul 8 '16 at 19:12









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