Depending on the situation, tendering your resignation could be relieving, upsetting or bittersweet. However you feel about taking your exit from an organization, it’s essential to ensure that you do it professionally and on good terms, to avoid burning bridges along the way.
Here are eight vital things to note when quitting your current job:
Tell your supervisor/ line manager first
Even if you don’t want to, it’s still advisable that you tell your supervisor/ line manager about your resignation, so that they don’t feel blindsided by your decision. Also, doing this gives you the chance to explain your reasons by yourself, and help you discuss and create a plan on how to complete your pending tasks and manage your deliverables.
Notify your employer ahead of time
Most companies have a policy that requires employees to give a two-week or one month notice before their resignation. While you might be eager to leave immediately, it’s advisable to adhere to the company’s policy.
By doing this, you’ll be giving your employer some time to find a replacement, and you’ll also have some time to complete any tasks you have and leave on a good note.
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Don’t be condescending
Yes, you might be understandably excited about leaving the organisation, but it’s important to show some modesty, especially in your relations with other employees. Don’t make them feel alienated by bragging about your new job or talking down on the company because you’re leaving.
Be civil and polite
You might have some things to get off your chest or some choice words for some employees or supervisors, but it’s advisable to be polite. Don’t hurl insults, spread gossip or make denigrating remarks about anyone, even if you are tempted to do so.
Show appreciation
You’ve probably worked with people who helped you get ahead, taught you valuable lessons, increased your productivity or just made you laugh or enjoy your work. Take out some time to say ‘thank you’ to them and show your appreciation.
You can do so by sending them a little note or even buying them a nice gift (it doesn’t have to be expensive; it’s the thought that counts). You should also consider sending a nicely worded goodbye mail [a nice farewell email] to everyone you’ve worked with.
Write a hand-over note
A handover note is a document that includes detailed information about your daily tasks, priorities, and the status of your deliverables. It also includes a basic overview of your responsibilities, so that your replacement/ successor can get a hang of the role with ease, making the onboarding process easier.
Complete your tasks
Remember that you are still an employee of the organization until you take your final bow on the last day. Try to keep up the momentum of your work and ensure that you continue to deliver on your tasks and responsibilities as efficiently as possible. This helps to ensure that you leave on a good note.
Keep abiding by the organisation’s rules and regulations
Now’s not the time to start resuming late or defying the company’s dressing policy. Keep adhering to all codes of conduct and protocols, as much as you can. You want to be remembered for good, don’t you?
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