Give two weeks notice to my boss or manager when I decide to quit, if possible. Tell my boss in person, not through the E-mail.The correct answer is to type a letter officially resigning your current position to your supervisor, and politely say you'll help the ease of transition. California laws say that, in general, you are not required to give your employers two weeks notice – or any notice – prior to quitting or leaving a job. You want to give at least a two weeks' notice. Your employer may terminate your employment right away, permit you to work the full two weeks, or offer you a raise to stay. By: Brad Nakase, Attorney. Before writing a two weeks' notice, talk directly with your manager facetoface or via video. California's AtWill Employment Law Does Not Require 2 Weeks' Notice. California is an at-will employment state.