BLOGGER'S NOTE: While sipping Christmas morning mimosas, my sister and I laughed about the ever-increasing number of dogs in our families. She sarcastically guaranteed that someday soon we'd live in a canine-archy where we'd hang "Beware of Human" signs on our doors, sniff each other in greeting and hang velvet paintings of ourselves playing poker. From our exaggerated fun, I got an idea for this New Year's post...
As we usher in the New Year and thoughts shift from holiday glee and new gadgets to bills and over extended balances, same as last year, we resolve to be better people with even better lives (yawn). For many this means losing that stubborn last ten pounds while others choose career over calories. Their resolve, however, isn't to find new jobs it's to quit the ones they already have.
In previous posts, I’ve written in detail (ad nauseam) about the professional tools and resources needed to land a new job. With 2015 days away, it's time to explore what's often the precursor to a new job (professional adventure) and that’s quitting a current one (soul sucking nightmare).
Generally speaking, we understand the main reasons why people quit - management, money and meaningful work. What most don’t know, however, is that professionals now are quitting in record numbers. Consider the following:
With steady year-over-year economic growth, professionals who've consistently heard, "just be thankful you have a job" are now thankfully leaving those jobs for new opportunities many times with higher wages and better advancement potential.
THE QUIT CONVO
Though most would rather suffer through a novocain-free root canal, it's important to initiate the quitting process respectfully. This means meeting with a supervisor in-person (when possible) to make the announcement. Though it's tempting, professionals should resist the urge to tell close colleagues before a boss. I guarantee this will cause unnecessary drama and only reflect poorly on the person quitting.
Since there is no specific script for such a difficult and sometimes awkward conversation, professionals should focus on keeping it concise, tactful and gracious. This isn't a long awaited opportunity to reveal true feeling, "You're a raving lunatic (even if they are), and I quit!!" It, however, is about maintaining personal dignity and setting next steps for the more formalized resignation letter.
RESIGNATION: THE LETTER
Not only is it a professional courtesy, a resignation letter is a documented reason for leaving and often an employer required protocol. When writing such a letter, there are two main points to keep in mind: simplicity and positivity. Same as the quit convo, resist the temptation to over share. Regardless of a professional's reason for leaving, it isn't required that they provide specifics to their manager. Less is more in this case. And since I'm a firm believer in kareer karma, leaving a job on a positive note is imperative. Yes, the "I quit" YouTube videos are creative and entertaining, but seldom realistic and definitely career bridge burners.
KEEP COOL WHILE QUITTING
Let's face it, quitting is stressful, so it's important to stay cool under the pressure. Here are a few tips that will assure a smooth transition:
As we usher in the New Year and thoughts shift from holiday glee and new gadgets to bills and over extended balances, same as last year, we resolve to be better people with even better lives (yawn). For many this means losing that stubborn last ten pounds while others choose career over calories. Their resolve, however, isn't to find new jobs it's to quit the ones they already have.
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| MAX & SOPHIE |
In previous posts, I’ve written in detail (ad nauseam) about the professional tools and resources needed to land a new job. With 2015 days away, it's time to explore what's often the precursor to a new job (professional adventure) and that’s quitting a current one (soul sucking nightmare).
Generally speaking, we understand the main reasons why people quit - management, money and meaningful work. What most don’t know, however, is that professionals now are quitting in record numbers. Consider the following:
- American's are quitting their job s at the fastest pace since 2008 - CNNMoney
- 2.8 million Americans quit their jobs in September alone - U.S. Department of Labor
- 74 percent of corporate employees would quit their jobs while 32 percent are actively looking - Grow America 2013 Report
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| JACKSON |
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| LOLA |
Though most would rather suffer through a novocain-free root canal, it's important to initiate the quitting process respectfully. This means meeting with a supervisor in-person (when possible) to make the announcement. Though it's tempting, professionals should resist the urge to tell close colleagues before a boss. I guarantee this will cause unnecessary drama and only reflect poorly on the person quitting.
Since there is no specific script for such a difficult and sometimes awkward conversation, professionals should focus on keeping it concise, tactful and gracious. This isn't a long awaited opportunity to reveal true feeling, "You're a raving lunatic (even if they are), and I quit!!" It, however, is about maintaining personal dignity and setting next steps for the more formalized resignation letter.
RESIGNATION: THE LETTER
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| BODIE |
RESIGNATION LETTER BASICS
INTRO
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Please
accept this letter as formal notification of my resignation as SENIOR MANAGER
at X COMPANY on DATE (two weeks from the day the letter is submitted)
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THANK YOU
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I
greatly appreciate the opportunities my role at X COMPANY has provided and
look forward to using the many skills (share specific examples) I’ve acquired
as I move forward in my career.
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NEXT STEPS
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For the next few weeks, I will work on wrapping up and transitioning my projects. If there is anything specific that needs to be done, please let me know.
All the best to you and the team in the future! I hope to stay in touch.
Regards,
X
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| RIELLY |
Let's face it, quitting is stressful, so it's important to stay cool under the pressure. Here are a few tips that will assure a smooth transition:
- Always provide a two week notice
- Never resign by email or text
- Resist the urge to share "I quit" updates on social media
- Finish up assigned responsibilities and transition work as directed by a supervisor
- Thank a supervisor for the opportunity and wish them well
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| MAIZIE MAY |
HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!
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