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• To step
• Part 1 of 3: Choosing the right time to quit your job
• Part 2 of 3: Writing your resignation letter
• Part 3 of 3: Speak to your boss
• Tips
• Warnings

It's time for a change, whether it's a new career or just a new challenge. The procedure for resigning is simple enough: cancel, preferably in advance. But if you don't want to burn ships behind you or create obstacles to future possibilities, you have to be especially careful and discreet. Quitting your job is easy, but decently do not resign. This article will specifically look at some of the ways in which someone can make their dismissal as smooth and free from resentment as possible.

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Part 1 of 3: Choosing the right time to quit your job

1. Try to say goodbye at a high point. Most people quit their jobs when they are burned out and feel like they can't work anywhere. This burnt-out feeling often leads to reduced productivity. While this is an understandable feeling, you should do everything possible to commit to your latest project. You may want a recommendation from your boss in the future (or you may even be working with him or her again). It is best if you are remembered as a hard worker who gave everything in the job.
   • Be aware of benefits you may be entitled to. If you are about to be fired, you may be entitled to a transition allowance or unemployment benefit. These can be very useful if you don't have a new job yet. By resigning yourself, you lose these rights.
   • Once you have decided to quit your job, it is wise to investigate your employer's view of consensual dismissal. Certainly in the event of illness or an industrial dispute, employers often prefer to lose you rather than get rich. If you sign a settlement agreement, you can retain the right to a transition payment or unemployment benefit. A dismissal lawyer can help you with this.
2. Make plans to cancel. If you want to leave as best you can, don't let your employer sit with your hands in your hair to fill in your position. Cancel at least two weeks in advance (or the minimum period specified in your contract) so that your boss can use others for your job or onboard a new employee.
   • Even if your contract does not contain a notice period, it is best to keep a period of 2-3 weeks, which is nice to your employer.With less than two weeks, your employer will probably not be able to arrange a suitable replacement; after more than three weeks, your employer will wonder what you are still doing here.
3. Keep it to yourself. Once you've made your decision, don't discuss it with everyone until your supervisor learns. Think ahead, like a general, and know that knowledge is power.
   • Give your boss or supervisor time to absorb and process the information. If the company makes an attractive counter-offer, it will be uncomfortable if you've already shared your plans with your colleagues.
   • Think about how your departure should be communicated to the rest of the staff once you've spoken to your boss. Your boss can send an email to the entire company, or ask you to send a message themselves. Do not report your departure to anyone until you have discussed these details with your boss.
4. Do not leave any loose ends. This is respectful and thoughtful, and your boss and colleagues will appreciate it. Complete ongoing projects and set guidelines for the person who will take over your job. Consider creating a file that explains where you are in long-term projects, and other essential information your substitute needs to know about things you've been working on. Make sure all your files are organized, labeled, and easy to find - you don't want coworkers to call you in a panic when you're already gone because they can't find one of your files.
   • This is especially important if you work in a team. Once you've submitted your resignation, discuss with your team which individuals will take on which duties until a replacement is found for you.

Part 2 of 3: Writing your resignation letter

1. Know what not to write in a resignation letter. Never write anything rude, derogatory, or mean. You can reconnect with your boss later (you can even work with him / her again) so it is better to be respectful in your letter. Otherwise, your brusque, ugly words can haunt you later.
   • Example of what not to write: "Mr. Jansen: I'm quitting my job. I hated working here. You're ugly and stupid. You owe me $ 2,000 for vacation and leave days. You're a jerk. -Bob. "
2. Write a well-written letter of resignation. There are quite a few details that distinguish good letters from great letters. Follow the guidelines below in your letter.
   • A standard resignation letter looks something like this: "Dear Mr. Spacely: It has been an honor to work for Spacely Sprockets, Inc. By this letter I am informing you that I will be leaving to take a new job at a other company from [any date AT LEAST two weeks from the date of your call and letter]. Please accept my thanks for our cooperation, and all the best to you and the whole company going forward. Best regards, George Jetson. "
3. Be kind and respectful. If you tutored your boss, include this in the letter. There's no need to sound formal if you and your boss called each other by their first names. In addition, if you use his / her first name, the letter will be a bit gentler in tone, so that the sting can be taken out a bit.
4. Make it clear that you are quitting your job for good. Sometimes companies will make a counter-offer if an employee resigns. If you are sure you want to leave the company, make sure you make your feelings clear.
   • Write something like "I am submitting my resignation as [your title] commencing on [the date of your last scheduled workday]."
5. Show how much you appreciated the work here. Even if you hated every second of your job, try to say something positive. Something like "I learned a lot about the world of art galleries here" is positive (even if you really mean that you've learned a lot about the world of art galleries and never want to be a part of it again).
6. Think about what you have achieved. Don't brag, but do mention a few projects you've worked on and how proud you are. This is important because your letter of resignation will be filed, along with any negative comments chiefs may have added to your file. Writing down your achievements will help you if you ever apply for a job that goes through the same HR department again, as they will access your file, and your achievements are one of the first things to notice.
7. End on a warm note. Note how grateful you are for the opportunity to work for this company and that you truly appreciate the people who work there (including your boss).
   • Say something like, "I could never have fulfilled my dream of becoming a prolific author without the insight I gained in the publishing industry from working for this great company." You may want to immediately thank your boss and add names of people you have particularly appreciated.
8. Have a copy of your resignation letter ready when you go to speak to your boss. You should not email your letter as this is seen as very unprofessional. Print it out and give it to your boss when you discuss your dismissal with him or her.

Part 3 of 3: Speak to your boss

1. Make an appointment with your boss to discuss something important. You can drop in and ask if he or she has a moment - just remember that your supervisor has work to do, and may not be able to drop everything when you want to bring him or her this news. Another option is to ask your boss if he or she has some time the next day. This way you give him / her the opportunity to set aside some time to focus on your news.
   • If it's too busy, you're just giving him or her more work, so if possible, wait until your boss has some time to focus on your news.
2. Be prepared, direct and polite. Rehearsing for yourself will help you be ready for the conversation with your boss. Most managers are very busy, and they will appreciate your direct approach, without you wanting to "soften the blow," "look for the right way to say this," or otherwise ignore it. You can say something like:
   • "I've been thinking about my options here for a while, and I've decided it's time to move elsewhere. I'm grateful for the opportunities I've gotten here, but I'm resigning in two weeks."
   • OR ... "I need to let you know that I have been offered a job at another company. I had a really good time here, but will resign two weeks from today. Is it okay if my last day of work [two weeks from today]? "
3. Be prepared to discuss your reasons for firing. Chances are you've worked with this boss for a while, and whatever your reasons for firing, he or she may have some questions. Prepare a response that is concise and understandable. If you quit because you hate your job, try to phrase your answers so that they are not offensive. Instead of saying, "I hate it here," say, "I think it's time for me to change my career."
4. Consider the possibility of a counter offer. Your boss may appreciate you more than you realized, and make a counter-offer. If you are polite and decent about your dismissal, this may be one of the options. You have to consider in advance whether you would stick with a salary increase, more extras, a promotion, or other incentives.
   • Your conversation with your boss can be a good opportunity to negotiate, so be prepared and know your own bottom line. If staying on is an option, why would you be open to it? Do look at the warnings below, because a counter-offer can have serious negative sides.
   • If you get a counter offer, first ask if you can get it in black and white and with signature. It would be best if your boss, your supervisor and HR signed.
   • When considering a counter-offer, honestly think about why you want to leave - and protect yourself. While a raise can be great, it may not solve other problems that require a promotion (if progress in your job has stalled) or transfer to another group (if you have personal conflicts with your boss).
5. Emphasize the positive. Be honest, but be polite. If the boss asks you if he or she had anything to do with your decision, and they did, it is best to rely on tact and diplomacy to make an honest answer easily digestible.
   • In other words, you're not helping yourself when you say, "Yeah, you were a terrible chef and I (or anyone else) can do better without you," (even if that's true). You can speak the truth without being cruel: "It was a factor, but not the full reason. It felt like our working styles and approaches didn't fit together, and that we never got along as well as I would have liked. the overall experience here has been positive and with this opportunity I am happy to have new challenges. "
6. Think about the future. Remember, the goal of resigning properly is to always put yourself in a good position with the people you have developed relationships with at work. If you scold everyone in your soon-to-be-former workplace, they probably won't write a good letter of recommendation, or they might not tell you about that sales job they heard about from a friend. Being tactful, courteous, and smart about your departure will ensure that you have given yourself the best possible chance for future success.
   • Realize that some bosses don't like it when you decide. Make sure you are on that day can walk away from your job, because sometimes the chef takes it very personally that you are leaving, will tell you there is no reason to cancel in advance and say you can leave immediately. It's best to estimate this yourself, so do your best to determine if your boss is one of those people - but be careful, sometimes you just can't predict what someone will do. Read your contract again - you need to know all of the options for dismissal from both the company and yourself. If there is no formal contract, familiarize yourself with the standard regulations of your country / municipality.
7. Shake hands, smile and thank your boss. Whether you're leaving because of a move, to take a better job, or just to get away from it this one figure, show class when you go out the door.
   • Shake hands with your soon-to-be former chief, thank him for "everything," and leave.
   • Go to your workplace and stay there for at least 10 minutes. Now you can go tell anyone, but don't rub it in your boss - show class and just confirm you're leaving.
8. Notify anyone affected by your departure. After notifying your supervisor, personally inform other managers or key employees with whom you have worked that you have resigned. Say it in such a way that you "thank" the person for helping them develop their career.
   • For example, "I don't know if you've heard about it, but I'm quitting to work for another company. Before I leave, I want to let you know how much I appreciate working with you." These people may also work elsewhere in the future, and you want them to keep positive memories of you. Who knows, they might affect your future career.

Tips

• Remember that few people are as free as those who have nothing to lose - but in the future it won't help if you let yourself go completely because you're leaving anyway. You won't die if you act nice for two weeks, because you're leaving anyway, and soon you'll be able to leave it all behind.
• The sack you leave today could one day become your boss - or worse, your subordinate. And also remember that sometimes those suckers don't even notice that nobody likes them. If you are remembered as someone who used to be positive and generous, you may be well on your way to a great future as your former boss, who is now new ones boss, putting you (the friendly face he remembers) in the new position in front of strangers. This can open doors to relocation to other locations, better assignments and more.

Warnings

• Be physically prepared to leave that day: before you leave, save everything you need and are entitled to to disk or email it to a personal account, such as contact details of customers, suppliers or other references; examples of work; a list of projects you have worked on, etc. [Remember that much of the data and other things that you had access to while working is usually owned by the company. Make sure it is within the limits of your contract and the law before following this advice].