Leaving a Job

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Gonna accept a new position in the next couple of weeks and my boss will be blindsided.

What's the best way to handle it?
 
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Do a formal letter of resignation. Walk in with it in hand, come straight out and tell them you are leaving and give them the letter as formality. If they have advance warning they may get hostile. It's best to blindside them, but do it in a courteous manner obviously. Thanking them for opportunity, etc
 
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SDV said:
Do a formal letter of resignation. Walk in with it in hand, come straight out and tell them you are leaving and give them the letter as formality. If they have advance warning they may get hostile. It's best to blindside them, but do it in a courteous manner obviously. Thanking them for opportunity, etc
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Yeah I am not goig to a competitor so they won't have to worry about me poaching clients. Always awkward though.
 
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congrats on the new gig. Just keep it simple and to the point. The only thing Id really prepare for is a possible counter offer
 
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I just did this about a month ago. My former boss was pretty surprised at first but eventually wished me well. It seems like common sense but don't tell any one else because word could get back before you have the chance to tell your supervisor.

It's nerve racking at first but I just reminded myself that it was time for a change and my new job would take me where I needed to be. Congrats!
 
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SDV said:
Do a formal letter of resignation. Walk in with it in hand, come straight out and tell them you are leaving and give them the letter as formality. If they have advance warning they may get hostile. It's best to blindside them, but do it in a courteous manner obviously. Thanking them for opportunity, etc
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2nd this.
 
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What SDV said but I would add. In your resignation letter offer a two week notice. Personally I don't accept two week notices but IMHO it looks better.
 
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just don't burn bridges. Ever. Even when you are pissed. You never know when you will run into someone again and people always remember how you handle situations like resignation
 
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Spartacavolus said:
just don't burn bridges. Ever. Even when you are pissed. You never know when you will run into someone again and people always remember how you handle situations like resignation
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They can also give you a good reference in the future.
 
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Spartacavolus said:
just don't burn bridges. Ever. Even when you are pissed. You never know when you will run into someone again and people always remember how you handle situations like resignation
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Yeah my current company is more established but I am reaching my ceiling for growth.
 
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....On the other hand if you are valued there will possibly be a counter offer. Be prepared either to say no thank you or have your negotiation skills ready to go.
 
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I quit my last job standing next to the 16th tee at the Masters. I'm the wrong guy to ask.
 
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YorkVol said:
That should be the basis for your resignation letter.
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Exactly.

You want to be honest and direct. If you have a good relationship with your boss it's probably good to tell them why you're leaving and maintain the relationship as best you can - you never know when a future reference will come in handy.

I've had several employees move on due to a better opportunity at a different company. I'm always excited for someone to improve their life and career path even if it means I'm stuck hiring to replace them. Just don't do it last minute and leave them hanging out to dry.

Like someone said earlier, if they really want you to stay you should be prepared to response to a counter offer.
 
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Vols520 said:
Gonna accept a new position in the next couple of weeks and my boss will be blindsided.

What's the best way to handle it?
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Don't listen to all the level-headed, conscientious advice in this thread. Going out on your terms is a rare opportunity. Make the most of it. Go out in a blaze of glory. See how far you can push the envelope of decorum and good taste.
 
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roymcavoy83 said:
Exactly.

You want to be honest and direct. If you have a good relationship with your boss it's probably good to tell them why you're leaving and maintain the relationship as best you can - you never know when a future reference will come in handy.

I've had several employees move on due to a better opportunity at a different company. I'm always excited for someone to improve their life and career path even if it means I'm stuck hiring to replace them. Just don't do it last minute and leave them hanging out to dry.

Like someone said earlier, if they really want you to stay you should be prepared to response to a counter offer.
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You nailed it Roy.
 
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AirVol said:
Watching them skip it across? (practice rounds)

I like standing between 6 & 16 greens.
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That's exactly what was going on. Then the conversation with my boss turned to my future and I just had to level with him. I was planning on giving notice about two weeks later. Then I bought him a beer.
 
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GAVol said:
That's exactly what was going on. Then the conversation with my boss turned to my future and I just had to level with him. I was planning on giving notice about two weeks later. Then I bought him a beer.
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Did he wish you well?
 
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McDad said:
Don't listen to all the level-headed, conscientious advice in this thread. Going out on your terms is a rare opportunity. Make the most of it. Go out in a blaze of glory. See how far you can push the envelope of decorum and good taste.
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Finally, someone who knows how to quit.
 
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