When placed in a situation where you choose to resign from a job the one rule that you always want to stand by is to leave on good terms. You NEVER want to leave on bad terms unless it is unavoidable. What should you do once you have decided to take a job with another employer?
The first thing you should do is write a letter of resignation for your employer. Having this written document allows you to follow and have a set date and responsibilities which you will follow before leaving the company for good. In you letter make sure to include:
- Positive memories and information from your time spent at the company, you always want to leave on good terms.
- The intention of quitting the job, give a specific last day of work.
- Give a reason why you are leaving
- Make sure to thank your manager, as well as the corporation leaders for the opportunity and experience.
When relocated at the new job, make sure to send a note to the prior employer with all up to date contact information if for new job search contacts.
When thinking about resigning make sure to think of these questions and issues that may arise:
- Timing: Give enough notice to your employer before leaving. The normal time is between 2-4 weeks.
- Settlement: Try to talk to your employer and make a deal to collect all outstanding salary, vacation/sick days and commission payments meant for you.
- Hiring: Offer to help find your new replacement
- Training: Help the new replacement by teaching them all aspects and skills needed in the position.
- Make sure to arrive still on time for work, complete all assignments in the up most professional manner, and finish all jobs assigned to you before leaving the company.
Remember, no matter what always leave on a good note!
References:
Randall S. Hansen. Resigning with Class. Retrieved April 2nd 2009, from Quint Careers. Website: http://www.qunitcareers.com/resigning-job.html
Randall S. Hansen. Job Resignation Do's and Dont's. Retrieved April 2nd 2009, from Quint Careers. Website: http://www.quintcareers.com/resignation_dos-donts.html
I really liked your post jennifer. It is crucial that when an individual resigns from a post, there is no bad blood left in the company. It reflects very poorly on the individual because it shows a lack of professionalism when an employee starts to bad mouth the previous company. I agree with the appropriate steps you proposed and i think everyone should follow that procedure if such a situation were to arise in the future!
ReplyDeleteGreat post Jennifer! I think it is really vital for someone to know how to resign professionally from their job. Especially if in the future that person needs a recommnendation or is applying for another job where they contact the last employer of that person, it is favorable to end on a good note.
ReplyDeleteI enjoyed this post. It gave me a lot of insight on how to professionally resign from a position. Good job.
ReplyDeleteJennifer You always have great posts i knew this one would've been great one too. Great job i like how you organaize your posts !!!
ReplyDeleteKeep up great work!
This post is very well done and the work cited is perfect. Lets get more graphics or audio/visuals next time. We have to be informative, professional, and interesting to win. Only two posts left.
ReplyDeleteMore voice needed in your posts, Jennifer, and don't forget to put your name after the title of your post.
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