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

Profile: bouncyCandy44
bouncyCandy44 on Aug 3, 2018
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I just went through this! Ask to speak to them privately, say how much the company means to you but then that you're putting in your 2 weeks notice.
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Anonymous on Aug 12, 2018
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I have learnt a lot from all my colleagues here and appreciate your leadership and support in helping me grow in my career. The time has come for me to pursue my interests in other areas, and I am sad to let you know that I have to leave you all.
Profile: Hpkawal
Hpkawal on Jan 16, 2019
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Thank you for giving me the opportunity to learn the many skills that I have learnt with the organization. These skills will be with me forever and being treated by my boss with compassion and kindness will never be forgotten. I am sorry to say that as this is my resignation letter to you and I moving advancing within my job field. Thank you for giving me the opportunity to work with such a caring organization that has allowed me skills to grow and also attain new skills that are needed to be successful, thank you once again.
Profile: Anonymous
Anonymous on Feb 8, 2019
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Well, my friend first of all thank your boss for giving you the opportunity to work for them. And you are very appreciated for the time that you have been there and everything you have learned from there organization. Say something like it sadden you that you have to leave. But, a better situation have come up or you can say something like you have been looking for the opportunity to work in this field for a good while and it has finally come available. You're giving your two week notice to inform them that you will officially be leaving at the time of your two weeks ending. Once again I just want to say thank you for all you have done for me.
Profile: Anonymous
Anonymous on Feb 16, 2019
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It's always important to show respect to your boss and co-workers, even if your boss wasn't respectful towards you. How you treat others is a reflection on your attitude, not their treatment of you. Trust in yourself that you are strong enough to leave your job with your head held high because you acted respectfully and responsibly. Ask for a personal one on one meeting to discuss your reasons for leaving. Be honest, but be professional and respectful. Thank your boss for any advice and direction they gave you during your career. Tell them about a time when they supported you or helped move your career forward. Thank them for their support, and tell them that you will take those skills into your next job with great appreciation. Lastly, always give a 2 weeks written notice, or the required amount of leave notice for your job.
Profile: jade2019
jade2019 on Feb 17, 2019
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Explain an opportunity has been presented, that would better your career. I would compliment your boss/co-workers and the company, and say how grateful you were for the opportunity they originally gave you. I would go on to say how much you have learned from them, and any admirable qualities your boss has shown you. Thank them for anything they may have taught you. Ask your boss what they think you could work on, and what you already do well (engage them and appeal to there egos). Make sure you adhere to notice time in your contract before leaving. This should encourage your boss to give you a good detailed reference.
Profile: Pinealcoaching
Pinealcoaching on Jun 5, 2019
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Tell him politely that you are looking for more fulfillment and improving your career and you have come across an opportunity which will help you achieve that . At the same time tell your boss that working in present company and specially under his leadership had a wonderful affect on you and had helped you to gaunt knowledge and courage to look for more challenging opportunities for your growth. Tell him that you will always be grateful to him and the present company for the opportunities provided to you. You can also tell him that you may one day like to join back and work with him again
Profile: Anonymous
Anonymous on Jul 3, 2019
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While you appreciate all of the opportunities you received working with them, you’ve decided to move forward with you career path. Thank them for everything they’ve done done and any lessons/skills you learned under their supervision, but reinforce the fact that you feel that you need to move on from this job to further better yourself as a working professional. Or that the interest of the company have grown far different than your own as time has passed. Each situation is different and it honestly depends on why you’re leaving. Just remember to be courteous, but ultimately to the point.
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Anonymous on Jul 17, 2019
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Well in my opinion you can say that I have learned a lot in here and gained enough skills but I don't see myself growing any further in the current company. So I am looking out for new opportunities which would bring more challenge and will encourage me to learn more and flourish. Its been great being part of this company and have some beautiful memories, which I will never forget, which made me what I am today. So yeah in my opinion something like that will be NICE enough. Also if possible arranging a get together with your colleges and boss will be a mark of professionalism.
Profile: Brilliantsmile94
Brilliantsmile94 on Jul 18, 2019
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This was one of my difficulties too, lol. So, I just said I'm leaving explaining the reason, in a warm way, not being cold. You are not obligated to remain there If you don't want to. Look for the right moment, say "I want to talk as soon as possible with you", and you two talk. Warmly, nicely... Being direct is the first step. Don't be afraid, what's the worst can happen? What are you afraid of? Well, no one want to hurts someone else's feelings, but you have to have self respect too, do whatever makes you happy, never feel obligated about anything.
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