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I want to end my temp. job earlier than expected, but my partner says it’s not appropriate.

To give some context, I applied and got a temp job a few weeks ago. I'm about halfway done with it. I asked my partner what he thought about me ending my contract before a big, busy event at my temp job next week if I received another offer from another company (Company B) at the end of this week. It was mostly a hypothetical situation. While I hope I do get the job offer from Company B, my partner says that I would be a “better person” if I stuck it out with the temp job until after the big event. Technically my assignment is done after that event, but my contract will extend a few more weeks. That put me off so much, considering how I've been telling him these people treat me poorly* and I have to commute about an hour each way to get to the…


To give some context, I applied and got a temp job a few weeks ago. I'm about halfway done with it.

I asked my partner what he thought about me ending my contract before a big, busy event at my temp job next week if I received another offer from another company (Company B) at the end of this week.

It was mostly a hypothetical situation. While I hope I do get the job offer from Company B, my partner says that I would be a “better person” if I stuck it out with the temp job until after the big event. Technically my assignment is done after that event, but my contract will extend a few more weeks. That put me off so much, considering how I've been telling him these people treat me poorly* and I have to commute about an hour each way to get to the job.

*Poorly as in they barely greet me. And one person accidentally let out that only one person actually wanted to hire me, and everyone else questioned my experience during the interview process.

It's just a weird feeling that he thinks I owe them anything, but maybe I need more outside input. What do you think? I'm happy to know what you all think and answer more questions.

Edit: just thought of a few things to add. I receive no benefits at my temp job. And even if I got the offer at Company B, I would have a two week buffer to start. My partner says then I should finish my assignment.

Edit 2: Also, I know my partner doesn't sound so great here, but I am positive (I promise!) that once I let him know how I'm feeling he'll be more empathetic. I think the “I must remain loyal to the employer” mindset he's adopted is strong, but I assure you all he cares about me. I just mostly wanted to get outside input about what he thought about that in particular. I had some hesitation too initially! But I know things felt off. Anyway, thanks!

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