Fired but after my preplanned vacation?
Hello all,
I’m at the end of a very strange week.
After accepting an offer for a new position in a new industry, I was told my last day at my current position would be in 2 weeks. The fun part about that is I already have an approved time away for the last week. I had intended to give my notice but before I could, I was told I am no longer needed, 2 weeks in advance.
Now for the fun. I had started to wrap up all the necessary things to hand this job over to whoever, but that time is no longer there. The job had asked for 4 weeks notice, they gave me 2. Due to the preplanned vacation, they got 5 days. I did what I could, because I’m not an asshole and I need to be able to think back on my time there with minimal regrets. But I can’t shake the idea that when someone calls me this week, they will expect me to help. It is worth noting that there are many time sensitive things in this job, and while I know my substitute (previously booked) is fully capable, I have a depth of knowledge that could be helpful.
So, while someone might think I’m “still available” for emergencies, there have also been extensive discussions about not bothering people who are away. And so my question is this, should I answer when they call? Should I answer only if I feel like it? Or should I make a point of not answering?