General
the two-week notice
What does the two-week notice mean?
The conventional courtesy of informing an employer roughly two weeks before one's departure so they can prepare for the transition. Skipping it is increasingly common in revenge and rage quitting.
"He handed in his two-week notice with a smile, having already lined up the new gig."
Origin
Long-standing US workplace convention around resignation etiquette.
Frequently asked questions
What is a two-week notice?
It's the customary courtesy of telling your employer about two weeks before you leave so they can prepare for your departure.
Is two weeks' notice legally required?
In most US jobs it's a convention, not a legal requirement, though skipping it can affect references and rehire eligibility.
Do people still give two weeks' notice?
Many do, but skipping it has become more common, especially in rage quitting or revenge quitting situations.
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