Omnis, I think it sounds like you have the kind of relationship where honesty is probably best. I think if you said "look, I got this call about this position and they want to interview me in LA on whatever date and I really feel like I need to see this through but I wanted to tell you what's going on" you would be good. I think you can safely elide whether it's a first or second interview.
If you don't feel comfortable doing that, then I think "I have a personal obligation and I understand how busy it is right now but I need to be in LA (or just off) on [date]" is all I'd say.
You're in a small industry. You get this job, and decide to take it, and any cover story will be blown, possibly along with your relationship with current boss.
And finally, one thing I've found about good bosses in the past - they want you to succeed. They'll hate losing you, but that's [work] life. You know this guy pretty well - is he going to fall on that spectrum? You followed him to Texas so I'm guessing yes.
Miss Manners would be much more offended by you lying about a family crisis
No, I know lying about family crisis is bad. Just seems direct approach is too direct. If it doesn't happen, I just don't want bad blood at the work place.
That said, Brenda, you bring up good points.
My last job decided I was excepting my new job before I did. They new it was better for me.
And lots of people leave and come back. The good thing is - no poisoning the well.
Margaret Thatcher was going to kill us all
Comedy gold.
omnis, I agree with all that smart Buffistas said wrt to Valentine and the interview (and good luck with that one!). As for when to tell your boss - since it's a busy time I'd suggest about 9-10 before, so he'll have time to process that (otherwise I'd suggested 6-7 days before).
Also? Your company suck at emotional management. IJS.
yay for sleeping Andy cat.
Any news on Bobby, yet, Laura?
Just got home from my last ever shift at the Pasadena Playhouse. The staff will work the rest of the week, and turn in their keys on Friday.
I feel like I've lost a limb.
I feel like I've lost a limb.
Oh, pfft. You cry when you watch Batman.
I have hope that the Playhouse will reopen in time, but it is truly sad to see it close. Hugs, Sean.
Beth, I'm so glad you have a sleeping Andy kitty.
Dark Knight. I cry when I watch The Dark Knight.
Dark Knight. I cry when I watch The Dark Knight.
It is pretty much like The Sorrow and the Pity.
