Hi Lisa,
If you apply for a new position in your company, through the company employee portal should you tell your current manager before you apply or after? The position is not in my department or office location.
Thanks in advance!
Kenneth
Hey Kenneth,
First off, most companies have some policy or sneaky fine print in the employee handbook that usually says something about needing your manager’s blessing for internal job applications.
Fun, right?
But here’s the kicker: imagine not telling your manager, and the hiring manager casually calls them for an “internal reference.”
Awkward!
So, unless you’re looking forward to that uncomfortable hallway run-in, I’d say it’s best to give your manager a heads-up.
Now, if you’re worried about backlash for applying, that’s a whole different story.
But who knows? Maybe your manager will surprise you and actually cheer you on. Either way, letting them know feels like the respectful (and safer) way to go.
Thanks for reading!
~Lisa
If you’re navigating tricky conversations or planning your next move, my membership offers real-world strategies and support, minus the corporate fluff.