4 Tips to Quit Your Job the Right Way

4 Tips to Quit Your Job the Right Way via Pexels 1. Be polite and professional. No matter how extreme the reason for quitting may be, being professional about the whole situation is important. Even if youre not exactly the biggest fan of your boss or your coworkers, acting cordially will serve you well (and prevent any other major problems from arising). With that being said, its definitely in your best interest to plan ahead what youre going to say and how youll say it. If you find lists helpful, write down a list of reasons, only for yourself, on why you want to leave your job. Since youll be the only one seeing it, you can be as blunt as youd like just make sure you get all the main points down. Then look over all your points and think about how you can communicate those reasons in a polite, professional manner. However, that doesnt mean you should feel obligated  to fully explain why youre leaving. If you prefer to keep your reasons private to your boss, you can do that without feeling guilty and without your boss thinking youre hiding something. The main goal here is to clearly and effectively communicate your desire to leave the job. As a result, its also important to show your manager that youve thought this plan through and that you really think its the best decision for you (and for the company) right now. Doing so will increase the chance that your boss hears you out and reciprocates a sense of professionalism and courtesy towards you. If you go on to pursue jobs in other career fields, prospective future employers may also inquire into your job history. You want to be prepared to show them that youve always been professional and courteous in any situation which is why its so important to handle quitting your previous job gracefully. And, of course, being polite is just the right thi ng to do. 2. Talk to your manager in person. When it comes to uncomfortable topics such as quitting a job, most people are probably tempted to simply send an email and avoid all face-to-face interaction because its just easier that way. However, easier doesnt necessarily mean better. If you really do want to come across as professional and responsible, setting up an in-person meeting with your boss is the best bet. Give your boss a heads-up that you want to talk about something and schedule a time to meet. While it may seem a bit nerve-wracking to sit down with them and express everything face-to-face, remain confident and remember that it doesnt have to be a serious, solemn conversation. Your relationship with your boss also determines the tone of the conversation, so keep that in mind while speaking to them. 3. Give plenty of notice beforehand. The general minimum amount of time is two weeks. If you can afford to let your boss know even earlier, that is certainly more convenient for them and for the company as a whole, as they will have more time to prepare for your departure and start looking for someone to replace you. Giving less than two weeks notice is definitely the less ideal option, as it can leave your boss and your colleagues in a tight spot. Keeping in mind that you want to be as professional and responsible as possible, make it a priority to speak to your boss as early as you can. Also, staying around for those two weeks or more will show that you are willing to help with the transition process as the company searches for a replacement. 4. Dont get lazy after youve decided to quit. It may be tempting to slack off after you hand in your two weeks notice, but dont give in. Continuing to work hard at your job just as you always have is important if you want to show your true work ethic and commitment to doing well. Plus, sticking it out until the end will most likely allow you to leave the job with a sense of accomplishment. After giving it your all and seeing it through to the end, you can feel fulfilled as you move on to the next big thing in your life.