Showing posts with label Resignation. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Resignation. Show all posts
2/22/13
1/30/13
On Graceful Exits: Tips for Effective Job Resignation
That's it, you're determined to go out. The workplace doesn't seem to be a place to have a lifetime career, or maybe you're leaving for good.
Depending on the reason of the job resignation, there are certain procedures to follow to ensure a smooth departure from the office. But one must keep in mind that there are certain general rules that must never be broken if you want to keep a good reputation in the company even after you left. Like it or not, you have to be very considerate with your current company if you don't want any handicap in finding or keeping a good impression to your next prospective employer.
Moreover, it is easier to say you're resigned than to do it in actual. Conflicts might arise if the intention is not properly communicated by the employee. Thus, if you simply want a no-fuss exit from your current company, you need to be disciplined enough to follow these proven tips:
1. Never tell anyone
If you have the plan clearly in your mind, keep still and hold your tongue. Don't tell it even to your closest office bud. The fact is that, the idea is still just on your mind. And if anybody from the workplace found out, it will cause a lot of ruckus about you. Of course you don't need to be the 'star' of the office for your remaining weeks, right? Or do you?
2. Keep negative opinions to yourself
Negative words always fire back. If you honestly want to leave in peace, hold the gory thoughts to yourself, at least for a few weeks. Just think that you're doing this for the sake of leaving them all behind. If you offended anybody or cause commotion with other employees right before you get away from the toxic place, you might end up being grilled and labeled down in the end.
3. Prepare your "Next Job" plan
And do this even before you compose your job resignation letter. Strategize on where will you go next and make sure that it won't take you long to get another job in hand. The worst thing that can happen is to end up regretting the exit just because you are having difficulty finding another ground to hop in.
4. Always say 'no' to counteroffers
Nothing will ever be the same once you filed your document. No, accepting counteroffers will only damage your career. Your resignation is marked in your working history, and it will be considered in your next evaluation if you stay in the company. The best way is to politely turn it down and keep looking forward to the next opportunity from another employer.
5. Walk away with class
Do your thing professionally. Smile and shake hands with everyone you worked with-yes, including the people with whom you're not in good terms. Remember that it is such a small world. You might encounter them at some other point in your career. Act without bitterness. After all, it is them who are losing an asset.
6. Remember the 2-week rule
How not to burn bridges to your current employer? Simple, file your job resignation at least 2 weeks in advance so as to give them time to find a replacement. Tell them that you'll be willing to help them whenever possible, and never forget say your 'thank you.' Put everything on a positive light, at least, even just for this time. Remember that they will be the one who will write your recommendation.
All set? Now you can run.
Nelson Mullins is a former corporate hiring and recruitment expert who regularly writes articles on resumes, resume writing, personality development, and career in general. He is a father of three who also enjoys photography and biking. Nelson believes that while the employment world continues to be a rat race for applicants, it is important to always be equipped with new ideas on sustaining career growth and opportunities.
1/12/13
Breaking It Gently: Crafting a Positive Job Resignation Letter
First, you have to explain why you want to leave the company. There may be a pile of reasons out there, but nothing seems to fit you in order to break up with them smoothly. Second, you have to ask for unemployment benefits and letter of recommendation to your next employer.
Whoever said that quitting a job is easy?
In case you're on the dilemma between pleasing your current employer and your co-workers, and doing the job you're happy about, then these tips on crafting a job resignation letter might come in handy:
1. Tell, don't vent out
It is important for a company to know why you're leaving, so be graceful and tell the reasons straight to the point. But mention it briefly, and without hint of emotional distress. However, if you're not really living for good, it's better to keep the grievances yourself. The thing is fairly simpler than you thought of. Say it in one or two sentences, never spill grim details and use polite words.
2. Offer them help during the transition period
This may not be necessary, but it will always be appreciated. Especially if you know that your post will be vacant for long, telling them that you are still willing to be involved until the next person comes is one of the best ways to end it up. However, this doesn't oblige you to perform your responsibilities until they found a replacement. Just say it out of generosity, let them know that you'll be willing to help whenever possible.
3. Timing is everything
Hand the letter a month before you resign if you don't want to be on bad terms with your employer. It is only fitting and ethical to give them time to process your papers and find someone to fill in your soon-to-be-vacant post. Just put it this way: if you don't give them prior notice, it's as good as saying to their face that "I don't care about your company. What I just want is to get out here fast!" Now, isn't that a pretty slick impression for your next employer?
4. Ask about benefits and recommendations
But don't ask demandingly. Just make a mention of it on your job resignation letter, and your employer will already get what you mean. If you will leave while on good terms with them, you're almost sure that it will be processed fast and without any hassle. If they don't, at least you are always comfortable to come back and ask for it.
5. Keep in touch
This is one of the wisest things to do. Emphasize on the notice that you will be keeping the communication line open for them and give them your contact details. As your former employer, they have all the opportunity to make or break you in your prospective company. Better if you will also give your contacts to your co-workers in case you want to put them as your reference. It is networking that will build you toward the work you want to have, so store plenty of linkages.
No matter how you wanted to cut the bond with your current employer totally, always remember that a smooth separation takes some time and preparation. A job resignation letter is not just an instrument to cut professional ties. It is also a medium toward understanding and continual growth.
Melinda Edwards works as a career consultant and has been invited in many forums and events on human resource management. She is also a time management expert who effectively performs her roles both as a career woman and a mother.
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