How to Quit a Job: Leaving on Good Terms

Ready to quit a job? While it's tempting to leave with little to no notice, gracefully resigning from a position is key to maintaining your connections. Former employers can serve as references or even future business partners, so it’s valuable to know how to quit your job with professionalism.

In this video, we analyze the resignation process from start to finish, providing key tips at each stage. You'll learn strategies for providing verbal notice to your employer, composing a resignation letter and preparing your coworkers for your departure. Remember that expressing gratitude for your past experience can help you begin your next step on a positive note!

0:00 Intro
0:33 Be honest with yourself
1:06 How to give notice to your employer
1:50 Good example of how to inform a boss
2:11 Submitting a letter of resignation
2:31 How to prepare your coworkers
2:47 Gratitude and feedback

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