You finally have the offer letter for that new HR job and it’s time resign. Nervous, anxious, unsure about handing in your resignation letter? Here’s how to handle it.
1. Be super professional throughout (your integrity and reputation are more important than scoring points)
2. Don’t burn any bridges (you never know when you may need their help)
3. Don’t get personal (“you did abc” “you said xyz” – just don’t go there)
4. Offer to recruit / train replacements whilst working your notice period (your clients and colleagues will remember you)
5. Show gratitude for what your boss and employers have done for you (even if it’s not a great deal)
6. Don’t give into the temptation to take some parting shots (they often back fire)
7. Don’t rise to the bait if your boss becomes difficult (it’s never worth it)
8. Don’t take it personally if your manager reacts negatively or unprofessionally (when they get angry it’s usually about them, not you)
9. Don’t go into too much detail about why you’re leaving them (make it much more about the new challenge and opportunity)
10. Be gracious, polite…..and then go celebrate (you’ll enjoy the celebratory drink much more)
Your boss could one day be your new boss, new client or new stakeholder – or indeed the friend or partner of one of these individuals.
So act and behave professionally so that you maintain relationships and protect your reputation – regardless of how others react your decision.
