Lessons on leaving a job on good terms

From time to time, you will receive a better offer or simply feel the need to leave your current employer. When this happens, you can choose how to get out of the place. Of course, you can close the door behind you and walk out to repeat the new employment cycles for generations, but that’s not the best idea.

The last time I found myself in this situation, I had a few things running through my mind. It was not uncommon for you Work with the same people again (Colleagues will follow, but it’s possible you’ll meet some people you’ve already worked with in one of your next posts.)

Also, people from the same industry meet and talk. So how you perform will tell you more than you expect. If one of your future employers ever decides to dig up the dirt, what they’ll find depends (mostly) on how you behaved when you resigned.

Then there was my question work ethic. With the exception of a few cases and individuals, my work experience with this company has been (mostly) positive. It’s not that I didn’t like it there; The new offer was simply too good to pass up. So it was also important for me (from a personal perspective) to be fair to an organization that was fair to me.

So from my experience (gathered from several such cases), Here’s how to write a great resignation letter. Also, here are some pointers on how to conduct yourself during a past interview and how to conduct yourself afterward in general.

The first thing you should do is prepare a resignation letter. If you’ve never created one or just need some inspiration, you need to find one Resignation letter example. A template is always useful To help you follow the form and format and help you along the way.

Stay professional while writing a letter. This is still a formal document and may be archived for later analysis. At this time, HR in the company may have a completely different composition and consist of people you have never met. Try to be impartial and professional.

Start a A clear statement of resignation. You should avoid ambiguity and be as concise as possible. There is no better opening statement than simply saying that you are leaving.

Next, you want to mention Effective date. Check your contract and see how long you have to submit your resignation. Even then, don’t do it just for the contract. Your employer deserves time to find someone to replace you. You may even need a replacement to train your replacement (or at least get them on board). This may take some time.

Then you need it Express your gratitude. Mention how long you’ve been there, thank them for the opportunity, and mention what you’ve learned in their employment. If there is someone you believe would benefit your career, now is the time to mention them. He could make a difference. Don’t shy away Using some stories in your resignation letter.

Finally, offer some help during this transition. It meant the world to them and will allow you to say goodbye.

Check, edit, proofread

Let the letter be on your desk For a while when it’s done. Of course, you may want to end it all. After all, it’s a big move, and you may be worried about how your current employer will take it.

Even taking an hour break before returning to writing will change your perception. One of the biggest mistakes most writers make (even if they’re just writing a letter) is assuming that what’s clear to them is clear to the reader. You know more than you wrote; You also know what you want to write, which sometimes makes a big difference.

Ideally, you want to Someone read this letter, as A friend, family member, partner or acquaintance can help you.

Read it out loud to make sure everything is ok. You’d be surprised how many mistakes this simple correction trick can make.

Do you want Check grammar and punctuation. If you fail to do so, it will send you a message saying you didn’t even try. Especially today, when there are so many AI tools to help you check your grammar, the only explanation for why you have spelling, grammar, and punctuation errors is because you didn’t try.

The most important part of the letter is to verify names and details. The last thing you want is to mispronounce the name of someone you’ve worked with for years and years.

Finally, maintain a formal tone and Avoid any Negative or emotional language. If you are giving the letter to someone to proofread for you, have them pay attention to these elements.

Note the NDA

Many people sign NDA Either when they start working for a certain company or just before leaving. Now is the time to carefully review the terms of the NDA. If you’re not sure what certain things in your NDA mean, you can ask HR or Legal to clarify them.

Now, most NDA agreements usually include several clauses:

• Maintaining privacy: This is the most important part of every NDA. This means that even after you leave the company, you must keep customer data, trade secrets and any other sensitive information. Without it, corporate espionage would be too powerful and a rival company would need to poach one employee to learn their secrets.

• Return of company property: If you have electronic devices (such as a company phone or laptop) that you received while on duty, you must return them. Company documents, access cards, keys and other materials fall into this category. Finally, digital files and even copies of personal information stored on your devices count.

• Non-competition clause: Some NDAs require you to sign a non-compete clause. This means that you may not be allowed to work in a similar field after leaving the company. This is quite rare, but is the most important point to focus on.

Ultimately, your NDA is something you should read carefully when you sign and something you should review before resigning.

How to conduct an exit interview

Coming up with fancy phrases is always welcome, but now you have to show that you mean it. You are more likely to be called for an exit interview. Pay attention to your behavior at this critical moment.

• Start preparing: Share some positive (and even one or two negative) experiences. Remember that HR people aren’t talking to you just to save form. They need feedback. Try to give them something constructive.

• Avoid personal attacks: It is no longer relevant, even if you leave because of one person. Chances are, you’ve already tried to sort things out by any means necessary. The only thing left is to protect your dignity when you leave.

• Express gratitude: Here you can be less formal. Acknowledge the positive aspects of your time at work and be prepared to specifically point out one positive thing about the workplace that you will miss.

• Listen actively: Although this is your time to speak, don’t ignore what the interviewers have to say. You may benefit from their insight. They also want to part ways; The least you can do is listen to them.

The two main things you need to convey here are your professionalism and respect. Still, people will understand even if you’re a little more emotional now.

Learn how to behave in the last few weeks

This is A test that many fail. Many people mentally quit their jobs before even sending their resignation letters. They feel that they are no longer obligated to care or try just because they decided to leave. That’s the last thing you want. This is the easiest way to destroy everything you have done well in this enterprise and gain some negative reputation.

Be a team player. Fulfill all your obligations and make sure your successor gets the right. You want to get rid of all the loose ends.

Also, keep communication active. You want to use this Last networking opportunity. You never know if your colleague will be in one of the next ventures you apply to. Always think three steps ahead.

As mentioned, there are company elements to return and company profiles to log out of. So make a logistical plan to handle it all in the last few days.

Learning how to resign is a crucial part of your career journey

Remember, this is one of the last official occasions of your relationship with the firm where you have spent so much time. For this and some of the reasons we’ve already listed, try to be as respectful as possible. if nothing else Respect your experience and the time you have invested in this venture. This is a sign of professional maturity and a positive work ethic.

by Srjan Gombar

Veteran content writer, published author and avid boxer. Srjan holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in English Language and Literature and is passionate about technology, pop culture, and self-development. In her free time, she enjoys reading, watching movies, and playing Super Mario Bros. with her son.