How To Resign With Your Grace In Place

Every job has an expiry date. Whether you want to do something on your own or you get a better job offer, there comes a time when you have no choice but to quit. However, if you have worked in the same company for a really long time, quitting becomes a hard task. When it comes to quitting, there is a time and place to do what you know has to be done.  Here is how you can resign and still work on all the relationships you built at work:

1. Give a clear reason for your resignation

When it comes to resigning, the best way to avoid any confusion is to give a clear reason about why you are quitting. Even if  those reasons are related to your work environment, let your boss know. Furthermore, the more transparent you are, the better your chances of leaving without any bad connotations. On a side note, make sure you don’t complain to your colleagues about  your job. The more dirty laundry you air in public, the bigger the impact on your professional life.

2. Be public about your resignation

Office politics are hard to avoid when you are resigning. People like to talk and if they have an issue with you, the discussions become all the more negative. When you decide to quit, make sure you tell all the people who need to know. This helps in clearing the air about your resignation and gives people the chance to come to terms with your choice. Be clear, vocal and direct.

3. Have your notice period mapped out

The notice period is the period of time when you start finding and preparing your replacement with all the things you have been doing. Your notice period begins the day you hand in your resignation. Start by documenting the things you do on a daily basis and have a detailed breakdown of how long it will take to finish your pending projects. Organize the different tasks you have on your roster and make sure you finish as many pending projects as you can before your last day. Your notice period also helps in giving your colleagues time to process your resignation, so make sure for however long you are on your notice period, everything is in place.

4. Mend all your broken bridges

When you do make the decision to quit, fix all your broken bridges and make sure you leave on a positive note. The relationships you build at work are extremely important, so do not let go of them too quickly. Who knows? The people you worked with in your past, can help you grow in your future!

5. Offer to help

Often times, even after you give a notice period and quit, finding a replacement can be extremely difficult. One of the best ways to leave with all your senses in place is by letting your boss know that you can help whenever needed and possible. By doing this, you are letting your former employer know that no matter what, you value your relationship with him and your ex colleagues!

Quitting your job is not an easy task. However, if done right, you ensure you don’t leave too many broken bridges in your wake. If you think we missed out on any other ways to quit your job gracefully, comment and let us know!