Can I request PTO let's say six weeks before if I have an inkling of another job offer coming around that time? So my plan is request one week of PTO and then by the time I accept a new offer I will have technically given a two week notice but only really left one week. Is that ok ? Or can manager do something dirty to counter that. Long story short I don't want to work for manager again but I do want flexibility of working for company in future.
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If you're going to leave, then don't come back. They will see you left and be very cautious if you apply again. If it's the manager that is the issue, start exploring opportunities with other teams now, so that you can transfer.
Let's be honest, would you really want to come back after all this drama? You will find you are better served elsewhere and that's a good thing.
I'm intrigued by your decision to leave Cigna with the intention of potentially returning. In today's dynamic career landscape, it's essential to prioritize personal growth and well-being. If a new opportunity beckons, I recommend taking the leap and fully committing. Use your PTO to test the waters and ensure the new role aligns with your goals. If it does, great! If not, you can always return to Cigna, wiser and more informed. This approach may challenge traditional notions of company loyalty, but it's crucial to prioritize your career, family, and life. Embrace the opportunity to explore and make informed choices that benefit your overall well-being.
Eh, do whatever you want. You don't owe Cigna sh-t. It's up to you if you want you give your manager/team proper warning, though. In the grand scheme of things, a week isn't going to make much of a difference either way.
Offenses related to integrity, fiduciary, gross misconduct or safety (do harm) are the primary reasons a person would be marked ineligible. Otherwise, your record is more than likely fine. I’ve heard about people being black listed from coming back (pi---d off manager, not a culture fit, etc.) but they’d never mark the record as such.
I know I wouldn’t get rehired under my department’s current dictatorship.
Corporate model gives manager way too much discretion. If I knew that my manager will make me eligible for hire for sure, then I'll do right thing. But in this day and age , employee has to decisively make choices that are at least consistent with corporate rules of game. And live with consequences later.
I hate that you're right. That as individuals the advice is to not burn bridges and give two weeks notice when a company doesn't have to. It may not be that simplistic, but the double standard is frustrating. It should be that simplistic. Treat each other respect. If we're going to treat corporations as people in some respects then they should be held the same standards.
I'm not sure what there is to gain with that game plan. I would just give a standard 2 weeks notice and leave on a high note, especially if you want to keep the door open for a return some day. Everyone will see through that PTO game and could potentially make matters worse if your manager feels you were trying to "pull one over" on them. Doesn't matter if you like or respect your current manager, doesn't matter if companies can fire or layoff at will, that will never change (and is not entirely that simplistic). In the end, it's more about your reputation and how you want to be perceived on exit. Good luck with whatever you choose and in your new role if you get it!
Your manager can put you down as ineligible for rehire even if you give 2 weeks notice. There are no laws protecting from this, so if your manager is vindictive and petty you may want to do whatever you want.
I would take the PTO and put in notice while on PTO so you are still giving two weeks but come back with only a week left.
When you put in two weeks, make sure to cc HR.
Just remember, Cigna could very easily have laid you off with no prior notice. Your boss could fire you with no notice and then no severance. If you don’t feel like giving Cigna the courtesy of 2 weeks, remember they won’t give that to you.
That is not OK.
The company would probably flag you as ineligible for future employment.
Why don’t you just work out your 2 week notice (if they want you to) and get cashed out for your pto hours?
Often times they will cut you loose prior to the end of the 2 week notice. You would still get paid for the 2 weeks.