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HELP: A tricky situation

I'm getting my security clearance to work for a new employer. Since government moves the pace of a snail. My start date is set for January.


My boss just got my security clearance form and he's asking why he got it. I like my supervisor, he took a chance on me and I'm his first hire for his new leadership role.


I don't wanna lie because I don't want to burn a bridge but I don't wanna tell the truth and be stuck without a job in december.


WTF do I do??

Update: Came clean, my boss respected the decision. We're setting up time tomorrow to discuss next steps and when I leave.


update 2: my last day is next Friday I'm kinda fucked between now and January ๐Ÿ˜‘

What do I do?

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antiASKHOLE
Tycoon
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Bravado's Resident Asshole
If you have the job on lock, then you really should let them know. He may be cool for you to stay through the end of the year. Just have the conversation.
jefe
Arsonist
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Honesty usually tends to be the best policy
BTQ
Politicker
2
Account Manager
Yeah we'll see what he says.
Revenue_Rambo
Politicker
10
Director, Revenue Enablement
Unless there is a logical explanation why you would need it in your current company you might just need to own up. If you act like you don't know they could just disregard the request and that screws you up more.
BTQ
Politicker
2
Account Manager
Yeah I don't want to burn bridges with a company that's been good to me.
RandyLahey
Politicker
5
Account Executive
don't run the risk of burning a bridge for a few thousand dollars. Let them know!
BTQ
Politicker
2
Account Manager
Well said Mr. Lahey
Filth
Politicker
5
Live Filthy or Die Clean
I would be very straight up. Usually I'm for smokescreens but you'll probably needs this dude for any government credentialing that happens in the future. Lay it all out and be a pro.
Pachacuti
Politicker
5
They call me Daddy, Sales Daddy
Cat's outta the bag - own it.
Tell you supervisor you were offered a dream job and took it. You had wanted to wait till December to give notice, but it is what it is. He may usher you out the door (worst case) or let you stick around till Dec 31 - best case.

But don't lie.


BTQ
Politicker
0
Account Manager
Thanks sales papi
CuriousFox
WR Officer
5
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Be honest. Maybe he will give you a raise to stay?
Diablo
Politicker
4
Sr. AE
If you respect the person and have a security already, let him know. Everybody moves in life :)
SoccerandSales
Big Shot
2
Account Executive
A bit confused on the burn a bridge part given that you are planning to leave in a month and it would be the same reaction to you leaving then. Just rip off the bandaid and let them know you are planning to start a new job in January and would be more than willing to work all the way through December. Should be well received
lowhangersalesbanger
Executive
2
Director of Sales
Assuming the job is a certainty, just be honest. Good leaders don't resent talent for leaving.
Kosta_Konfucius
Politicker
1
Sales Rep
What did you say when initially asked? Might need to own up to it, especially if you dont want to burn a bridge
BTQ
Politicker
1
Account Manager
I left him on read until a half hour ago because I didn't know what to say. I called my future employers and asked for their take. I asked to connect via call when he's available tho.
Kosta_Konfucius
Politicker
1
Sales Rep
my guess he put it together you are looking already too
BTQ
Politicker
1
Account Manager
Me too considering he hasn't gotten back to me in over an hour with nothing on his calendar
Sunbunny31
Politicker
1
Sr Sales Executive ๐Ÿฐ
You've gotten the answers and have already updated, so I just have to ask, why on earth did your current employer get your security clearance info?
BTQ
Politicker
2
Account Manager
They reach out to all current and former employers to verify I'm telling the truth. I was told the chance they actually reach out was low just bc the government doesn't have the bandwidth. Turns out they did lol
Sunbunny31
Politicker
2
Sr Sales Executive ๐Ÿฐ
LOL. Fair. And - surprise! They really must be interested in you.
FoodForSales
Politicker
1
AE
you need to be honest about it.
GDO
Politicker
1
BDM
be open if you trust them
coletrain
Politicker
1
Account Executive
You made the right call by coming clean. When clearances come up, there's only so much that can be done.
BTQ
Politicker
0
Account Manager
Thanks, we'll see how the discussion goes today.
NoSuperhero
Politicker
1
BDR LEAD
Did I misunderstand, did you get sacked?
LambyCorn
Arsonist
1
A mfkn E
Glad it worked out but! boy does that sound like an uncomfortable discussion to have
FranchiseSalesQB
Politicker
1
Franchise Sales QB
Just talk to him, off the record.

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