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How to quit your job (Candidate Blog)

Reflecting on the ‘I quit my job’ YouTube video that has recently gone viral, we thought it would be a good idea to put together some top tips as of how to go about quitting your job.

 

Make sure your boss is the first person you tell
You may be dying to tell your colleagues at work about your decision to leave but it’s important that your boss is the first person you inform. 


Be discreet on your social media accounts, it can be seen a disrespectful and inconsiderate if you share your news with the online world before sharing it with your manager. We would recommend that if you do want to tweet, post and share your news of leaving your job, ensure your messages are kind and courteous.

 

Give the notice required
Before speaking with your boss, look through your contract to find out the requested notice time. If you’re beginning a new job or you have an interview to attend, be sure to make your notice period clear, that way they’ll be no need to mess around your current and potential boss. 

Don’t worry if you feel your notice is too long. A notice period can be a great way for you to come to terms with your decision, prepare yourself for your new role and also say goodbye to close colleagues.

 

Don’t bad mouth the company
Yes, you may be ready to leave a company but at one time it was the right role for you. Don’t bad mouth the company, it’s un-professional and rude. Even if your boss was controlling and undermining, remember, the only person this will reflect badly on is yourself. Also, it's important that you don't affect the morale of the colleagues you leave behind.

Other companies will not be interested in hiring you if you have a bad attitude, it’s not appealing or courteous.

 

Prepare for a handover:
It can be very difficult for companies to adapt when a member of staff decides to leave, especially if they are highly valued within the company. 

Although you are now making the decision to move on, remember the achievements your colleagues and managers have helped you reach. Ensure you make their lives as easy as possible and prepare for a handover.

 

Return company items:
When you leave a job, you may also be leaving behind your company phone, car and laptop. Make sure you return the items in a respectful condition. This includes, wiping your mobile phone of all its data, unless asked otherwise, cleaning the company car. And of course, changing your fish tank screen saver back to the company’s corporate colours.

 

Stay professional at the leaving party and exchange contact details:
It’s great if your ex-colleagues want to throw you a leaving party, but don’t take it as an opportunity to share your negative feelings towards your boss or co-workers. 

Take the opportunity to exchange contact details to ensure you keep in touch in the future, you never know, they may just be a handy contact to have in a couple of years!

 

Update your LinkedIn profile:
When you leave your job, it’s important that you update your online platforms: Google+, Facebook and especially LinkedIn. 

The next company you are going to work for will not appreciate your expertise being advertised as an asset of another company.

If you’re looking for another job, ensure recruiters are aware that you’re now seeking a new role. Be sure to update you skills and ask for recommendations from your previous line managers, if appropriate.

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