The correct way to resign from your job
1. Give the correct amount of notice required by your company’s policy which is usually two weeks.
Sometimes people feel sorry for their colleagues. So they may hang around for an extra week or so. and at some point, they begin to feel like the odd man out. Almost everyone says, “Next time I’m leaving right away!”
2. After you leave, do not accept any job-related calls from your company unless you have a written consulting contract.
Your boss required two weeks notice – but belatedly realized she needs four weeks for a smooth transition to your successor.
Your boss made a business decision to require two weeks notice. When they miscalculates, he/she needs to accept the cost, just as they would accept the cost of late payments or a debtor.
If your company needs additional help, offer to work as a paid consultant with a contract. But get everything in writing but remember your new job becomes your only priority.
3. Study your current and future company policies regarding disclosures and no-compete agreements. ( I have been here before)
Some companies are very strict about their process and their people. Once you resign, you may have to leave the immediately. Or your new company may ask you not to work for your former employer, even on a part-time basis. (I have been in this situation before and believe me it is not fun)
4. Resign to your boss in person, if at all possible.
Phone is second best. And tell the boss before you tell anyone else – even your close friend or drinking partner.
5. Expect your boss to be professional.
Clients often fear the boss’s reaction. However, bosses rarely are caught by surprise. Good bosses are happy to see their employees move ahead. Thank them for the opportunity to grow, which has led to your newest and recent career move.
http://blacsocial.com/forum/thread/18/resigning-the-right-way/
Sometimes people feel sorry for their colleagues. So they may hang around for an extra week or so. and at some point, they begin to feel like the odd man out. Almost everyone says, “Next time I’m leaving right away!”
2. After you leave, do not accept any job-related calls from your company unless you have a written consulting contract.
Your boss required two weeks notice – but belatedly realized she needs four weeks for a smooth transition to your successor.
Your boss made a business decision to require two weeks notice. When they miscalculates, he/she needs to accept the cost, just as they would accept the cost of late payments or a debtor.
If your company needs additional help, offer to work as a paid consultant with a contract. But get everything in writing but remember your new job becomes your only priority.
3. Study your current and future company policies regarding disclosures and no-compete agreements. ( I have been here before)
Some companies are very strict about their process and their people. Once you resign, you may have to leave the immediately. Or your new company may ask you not to work for your former employer, even on a part-time basis. (I have been in this situation before and believe me it is not fun)
4. Resign to your boss in person, if at all possible.
Phone is second best. And tell the boss before you tell anyone else – even your close friend or drinking partner.
5. Expect your boss to be professional.
Clients often fear the boss’s reaction. However, bosses rarely are caught by surprise. Good bosses are happy to see their employees move ahead. Thank them for the opportunity to grow, which has led to your newest and recent career move.
http://blacsocial.com/forum/thread/18/resigning-the-right-way/
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