Change is one of those things that cause us a certain amount of discomfort, especially when it revolves around our professional lives and careers.
You would think that it would be easier when you’re instituting the change, but for some reason this is not always the case. Take for example, when you need to resign from a position.
It doesn’t matter how excited you are about your next venture and next position, you still find yourself feeling a little bit like you are letting the people who gave you an opportunity for growth room, especially if it was a position you enjoyed.
How though, do you resign like a rock star and retain any goodwill you may have gathered in your current position?
Remain committed to the end
We have all heard horror stories of things employees do and the situations they get caught up in once they announce that they are resigning.
In as far as you can control it, do not allow yourself to be caught up in any unpleasantness towards the end of your stint with the organisation. It’s not good to burn bridges because, at the end of the day, you don’t know in which capacity your paths with former colleagues and employers will cross.
Some of the networks we build over our professional lives are the most important and it makes the most sense to preserve them.
Similarly, carry out your duties with the organisation to the best of your ability.
In certain industries, there are few degrees of separation between players, and if you gain a reputation as problematic that could travel pretty fast.
Be honest, within reason
When leaving an organisation, especially one where you had a good relationship with your supervisor, it is important to be as honest as possible about your reasons for leaving.
A word of caution though, sometimes your honesty could work against you so it is important to evaluate the people you open up to on details like where you’re leaving to if it’s another place of employment.
It may be safer to disclose certain details after you have already started your new assignment.
