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

Profile: KNikolas
KNikolas on Dec 30, 2016
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"Unfortunately, I do not feel I am good fit here. I want to thank you for the opportunity you gave me by giving me this job."
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Profile: BonViveur
BonViveur on Jan 7, 2018
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You should speak to them privately, try to say something positive about your experience working for them, perhaps thank them for employing you, and simply tell them that you wish to give notice that you are leaving.
Profile: Anonymous
Anonymous on Feb 3, 2018
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Have a private talk with your boss. Tell them the good about the job first and then slowly talking into the topic. Talk about your future plan and how you planning on that.
Profile: ShaynaRae
ShaynaRae on Feb 5, 2018
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Remember that your boss has their own career journey and has left positions too. You don't need to go into detail. For example, I quit my last job by saying a better opportunity came along that I felt would help increase my skills. I thanked them for all of their guidance and for the experience and wished them well.
Profile: Anonymous
Anonymous on Feb 8, 2018
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Explain that you have enojyed your job and that you appreciate your time there but you feel it's time to go on to something new
Profile: PrettyCupcake00
PrettyCupcake00 on Mar 1, 2018
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Hey love! You should hand him a resignation letter and whiling giving it to him politely make him understand the reason behind you quitting.
Profile: SundancerPipeholder
SundancerPipeholder on May 19, 2018
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I have been through this many times, every time I told my boss I had another job they gave me more money. Explain to them you have another opertuinty for more m9ney and advancement, no hard feelings. Never burn a bridge you may need that bridge later
Profile: Anonymous
Anonymous on Jun 27, 2018
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Bake them a cake that says "I quit" OR "Sorry for your loss (it's me, I quit") That way, they get cake.
Profile: ReassuringRey
ReassuringRey on Oct 27, 2018
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First off, I'm so proud of you for thinking about how to approach your boss in this type of situation. It can be hard to explain this choice nicely and effectively and for you to stop and think about how to do it is truly something to be proud of. What I would encourage is for you to make a list on the reasons why you're leaving and go from there. Maybe it's for mental health reasons, pay, other commitments, etc., but telling your boss these reasons in an appropriate, calm, matter-of-fact manner can help you organize your thoughts, give clear reasoning on your departure, and show that you truly thought through how to approach this situation and that you still cared about the job you're working for.
Profile: endearingWaves15
endearingWaves15 on Nov 11, 2018
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Rule number one: never burn bridges. If you are leaving your for a better endeavor, do the right thing and give a proper notice. Write a resignation letter and hand-deliver it, on nice paper. There are many resources online that will help you craft a proper resignation letter. I've even seen people that have put their resignation letter on a cake and delivered it to their higher-ups! The important thing is that you don't burn the bridge and you leave the right way. Now, if you're just telling your boss that you're leaving for the day, simply clean up your work area and say "I'm leaving for the day. Have a good night." Firm, concise, and polite!
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