Why should I give a company a two week notice If you wanted to leave a job?

A company can fire anytime they want if your not living up to their standards .|||so that replacement can be arranged, if your fired you probable crap at the job and so and extra two weeks would be dire!|||The reality is you don't have to but when you don't you are less likely to have a future good reference from this employer or boss. You'd be surprised how often you run across someone you worked with in the past as you continue your career. It is common courtesy and many times if you request you can get out earlier if your position is not mission critical. As you proceed in your career you will need references and companies will check with your past employers so it is best to stay with the flow. I hope this helps you understand the reason and your long term benefit. Good luck|||If you want a reference letter from your employer for your next job or you want to use this company as a working reference you should provide 2 weeks notice.|||Because it would be unfair to your coworkers to leave with no replacement. Also you may need to be employed there again. And finally you will loose benefits if you just leave.|||when looking for a new job they may call your previous employer as a reference, also its not always smart to burn bridges, who knows one day you may want (or need) to return. We are in a recession|||That is your option but if you have accrued any vacation and comp time you will not receive a check without 2 weeks notice.