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How do I tell my boss I'm leaving? (nicely)?

Profile: Anonymous
Anonymous on Mar 16, 2017
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Explain your reasons for leaving and what you will do next and if its not personal towards him tell him so and that you have decided to leave because.... The best way is straight out with it
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Profile: niceRainbows39
niceRainbows39 on Mar 29, 2017
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Say that you want to leave your job, and tell why. Say, it is not because I don't enjoy being here it is because (Whatever the reason is). Make sure you act kindly, and don't be rude in any way, or else your boss will get angry with you.
Profile: colorfulUnicorn23
colorfulUnicorn23 on Apr 23, 2017
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According to me the best answer for this would be , I am planning to move ahead on a path of personal growth and going forward in my career with the satisfaction of having given my best and feel that there is nothing more that i can do that would lead lead to a meaningful growth of the company so i look forward to a personal growth path and leaving my space empty for another person to take my place and contribute forward to the company
Profile: damselinthisdress
damselinthisdress on May 25, 2017
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Explain to them in details why you need to quit and try to sound as grateful as you can. As if you are really regretting the fact that you have to leave and you are extremely grateful to them for giving you the opportunity to work with them. Throw in sorry's and thank you's as much as you can. :)
Profile: Anonymous
Anonymous on Jun 21, 2017
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Stary by thanking him/her for giving you the opportunity to work with them it was an honour and a great experience for you. Tell him/her that you think this the right time for you resign due to personal reasons.
Profile: merryschmetterling
merryschmetterling on Jul 6, 2017
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Just tell your boss that you are thankful for the time you spent at the company and you are grateful for all they have done, but you have just found a new opportunity that you want to take advantage of.
Profile: Anonymous
Anonymous on Jul 7, 2017
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If you have the same sense of humor I do, Then go to your local grocery store or bakery, buy a cake and have the baker write "I Quit." in very lovely letters. Bonus points if the cake has flowers or ballons and the writing is in cursive. Present the cake to your boss but also other employees. Have a conversation with your boss also to tell him that you have enjoyed your time at the company, but it is time for you to move forward with your life goals. Tell him that you appreciate being able to work for the company and you hope your paths cross again in the future. Try not to burn this bridge in case you need to use this boss as a (positive) professional reference. Also give at least a 2 week notice so that your boss has time to find a replacement.
Profile: Anonymous
Anonymous on Jul 14, 2017
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Can you explain that you've enjoyed working there (if you have) and that it's been wonderful for you to get that experience but now you've found a new opportunity, you want to go in a different direction, etc. He/she should understand.
Profile: tent542
tent542 on Jul 23, 2017
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It is something called the sandwich method, the first you do is your introduction. it is always better to build a positive note. Tell your boss the good thing that you have gained in the company: personal growth, the people, culture, etc. Be truthful. Then, discuss why you have decided to leave the company. Be specific, non-attacking, focus on what you want to happen in your life, career, your future plans that it seems that staying with company will not give you anymore. Finish the conversation, once again with gratitude (even how minuscule). Inform your boss as well on how you will be professional enough not to leave any project of task or task hanging. Remember they are the people your new job might call ask feedback about you. Don't burn those bridges...just yet.
Profile: Anonymous
Anonymous on Jul 26, 2017
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We'll be nice about it. It will be a lot to him because he'll be losing a good worker. He'll be shocked and even sad ag the news to don't rush it Explain it as best as you can. Examples: "Hey Boss I really love this job and I really think your a good boss but I think that maybe I should find another boss to maybe support my growing family" An BAD example would be "Boss I never liked this job I want a better one. One that will pay me more. So I'm leaving goodbye!"
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