messages.role: user
messages.content: I would like to change my job but my current employer requires me to serve a six-month notice period. Other employers don't want to hire me because they would have to wait 6 months before I would be able to start working for them. I live in Poland. What can I do?
messages.role: assistant
messages.content: In Poland, the notice period is typically determined by the employment contract or, if not specified, by the law. If your current employer requires a six-month notice period, it's essential to understand the reasons behind this requirement. Here are some steps you can take to navigate this situation:
  
  1. Review your employment contract: Check your employment contract to see if the six-month notice period is specified. If it is, you may need to adhere to it unless you can negotiate a shorter notice period with your employer.
  
  2. Negotiate with your current employer: If you believe that the six-month notice period is too long, you can try to negotiate with your current employer to reduce it. Explain your situation and the reasons why you want to leave, and see if they are willing to accommodate your request.
  
  3. Consider a bridging job: If you are unable to negotiate a shorter notice period, you may want to consider taking on a temporary or part-time job while you wait for your new position to start. This can help you maintain your income and bridge the gap between your current job and your new one.
  
  4. Explore remote work opportunities: Look for remote work opportunities that may be more flexible with start dates. Some companies may be willing to hire you on a contract basis, allowing you to start working for them while still serving your notice period with your current employer.
  
  5. Update your resume and network: While you're waiting for your new job to start, use this time to update your resume, expand your professional network, and explore potential job opportunities. Attend networking events, reach out to contacts in your industry, and consider joining professional organizations to increase your chances of finding a new job.
  
  6. Consider a career change: If you're unable to find a new job that aligns with your desired start date, you may want to consider exploring a career change. Look for industries or roles that have a higher demand for workers and may be more flexible with start dates.
  
  7. Seek legal advice: If you believe that your employer's notice period requirement is unreasonable or violates Polish labor laws, you may want to seek legal advice. A labor law attorney can help you understand your rights and options.
  
  Remember that it's essential to maintain a professional and respectful relationship with your current employer throughout this process. Leaving on good terms can help you maintain a positive reputation in your industry and may even lead to future opportunities.
messages.role: user
messages.content: My employment contract says that the notice period is 6 months and my employer says that there is no way to shorten it. A lawyer says that this is legal. I'm not interesting in moving to another role in the same company.
messages.role: assistant
messages.content: In Poland, the notice period is typically determined by the employment contract or, if not specified, by the law. If your employment contract states a six-month notice period, and your employer and lawyer confirm that this is legal, you may need to adhere to it unless you can negotiate a shorter notice period with your employer. Here are some steps you can take to navigate this situation:
  
  1. Review your employment contract: Carefully review your employment contract to ensure that the six-month notice period is clearly stated. If it is, you may need to adhere to it unless you can negotiate a shorter notice period with your employer.
  
  2. Negotiate with your current employer: If you believe that the six-month notice period is too long, you can try to negotiate with your current employer to reduce it. Explain your situation and the reasons why you want to leave, and see if they are willing to accommodate your request.
  
  3. Explore remote work opportunities: Look for remote work opportunities that may be more flexible with start dates. Some companies may be willing to hire you on a contract basis, allowing you to start working for them while still serving your notice period with your current employer.
  
  4. Update your resume and network: While you're waiting for your new job to start, use this time to update your resume, expand your professional network, and explore potential job opportunities. Attend networking events, reach out to contacts in your industry, and consider joining professional organizations to increase your chances of finding a new job.
  
  5. Consider a career change: If you're unable to find a new job that aligns with your desired start date, you may want to consider exploring a career change. Look for industries or roles that have a higher demand for workers and may be more flexible with start dates.
  
  6. Seek legal advice: If you believe that your employer's notice period requirement is unreasonable or violates Polish labor laws, you may want to seek legal advice. A labor law attorney can help you understand your rights and options.
  
  7. Plan for the transition: Use the six-month notice period to plan for your transition to a new job. Update your resume, network with professionals in your desired field, and research potential job opportunities.
  
  8. Maintain a professional relationship: Throughout this process, maintain a professional and respectful relationship with your current employer. Leaving on good terms can help you maintain a positive reputation in your industry and may even lead to future opportunities.
  
  Remember that while the six-month notice period may seem daunting, it can also provide you with time to plan for your transition to a new job and ensure a smooth handover of your responsibilities to your successor.
messages.role: user
messages.content: I've been trying to find an employer willing to wait 6 months since last April and most companies rejected me because my notice period was too long for them.