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» ekimyam - how long do you give an employer before resigning

I have worked for a small business (less than 20 employees) for 10 months now. There was no contractual agreement as to how long I would stay. In my mind, I thought it best that I give them at least a year. I have a job offer that would start after my 1 year is up. Now my boss is saying that I should have to give them 2 years...this was never agreed, just his desire. What is a reasonable expectation of a small business owner as to how long an employee should give them before moving to another job? I really do not want to burn bridges here, but also do not feel obligated to give them 2 years. Thanks!

-- posted by ekimyam