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

Profile: brlann
brlann on Dec 31, 2017
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Tom, do you mind if I speak with you for a moment ? Tom, I've been doing a lot of thinking lately as well as talking with my wife and family, and I think it's time for me to make a career change. I certainly have enjoyed and appreciated the opportunity that the company has given me and I will be forever grateful to you.
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Profile: Amie1992
Amie1992 on Jan 6, 2018
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Write a professional letter to your employer stating you're leaving, the reason why and thanking your employer for the opportunity for working with them.
Profile: Anonymous
Anonymous on Jan 11, 2018
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A letter or face to face talk shows respect and dignity. And addressing him calmly will help. If you are nervous then simply breathing before the meeting can soothe a few nerves.
Profile: originalMusic45
originalMusic45 on Jan 11, 2018
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Assuming it's an amicable leaving, I tell the boss how much the opportunity has meant to me, how much I've learned, and how valuable the experience has been. I've been offered a new opportunity which I'm looking forward to pursuing, and though I will be sad to leave this situation, will always look back on this time with fondness and gratitude.
Profile: Anonymous
Anonymous on Jan 13, 2018
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First of all, make sure you give the required notice. Typically 2 weeks. Then meet up with your boss and tell them that you're leaving, tell them why, and lastly tell them something you enjoyed while working for them. You never know when you will meet them again.
Profile: eternalKitty45
eternalKitty45 on Jan 24, 2018
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Tell your boss that you found another opportunity, you are moving, or you just need time to spend with your family more.
Profile: MandeeS
MandeeS on Feb 1, 2018
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I often find myself in tears thinking of this! Leaving a job and actually talking to your manager about it makes it even more of a stressful process! But stay calm, write out what you want to say, practice it, and do it! Tell them you appreciate the opportunity of working for their company but you must move on to other things
Profile: PosiPotato
PosiPotato on Feb 12, 2018
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Write a professionally written letter of resignation and include thanking your boss for the opportunity.
Profile: Anonymous
Anonymous on Feb 17, 2018
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You can do a letter that says your leaving your job and date it 2 weeks out so that way you get a better review on your job skills
Profile: Anonymous
Anonymous on Mar 31, 2018
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Definitely write it down, or sit down with them. Be sure to thank them for the opportunity to work for them. It will help in the long run.
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