how to quit nicely?

Question

I really want to quit my job. The poroblem is that my boss is super-influential and could screw up my career permanently, especially since I intend to stay in the same geogrpahic area for at least the next several years. How do I get out without losing my reputation? I should mention that she's a real b**ch.

Answer 1

How about tell her that you are going to go back to school and that you must devote more time to that pursuit.

Answer 2

Do you have a new job already lined up? If so then that makes things easier. You simply sit down with her and compliment her and the company, tell her how great the experience has been etc. However you need to say something about why you are leaving that won't offend her. If the company you work for at the moment is large, then you can say you want the chance to work in a smaller firm where you feel you can help grow the company. If the opposite is true, then you could say you want to work in a larger firm where there is more scope for career growth.

Answer 3

The appropriate notice is a given. Say as little as possible, information is ammunition to b*tches. Get a new job. If there is a problem, have a close friend from a related company (or not, cell phones are great too) call fo a reference from her. Record the call.

Here's one I used once in a similar situation "from time to time, my friends, relatives and colleagues will be calling you for a reference. I DO HOPE that factual information is relayed".

Answer 4

I suggest you put it in writing. Write a letter of resignation giving your 2 weeks notice, and then tell your boss if she needs you for a little longer you would be willing to help out with some of your time. Say all of this with a smile and when you give your exit interview don't bad mouth the boss just say you need some thing new in our life.

Answer 5

I am so happy with the preformance that I have been able to demonstrate to you at this [firm] (or whatever). But I think it is time that I pursue other avenues. I am grateful for the opportunities that you have offered me while working under your leadership. It has been an experience that I will take with me to my next venture where I will be able to exhibit my abilities as a true leader. Thank you for your enthusiasm during my employment with you...

Answer 6

I think I would begin with whatever it is that you're leaving for. Tell her about how you were offered a new job or tell her about how you would like to stay at home. Tell her the reasons and why it is important to you. Then tell her that it is a hard decision because you really love working for her. Tell her how much you admire her. Tell her that you have so many great memories working for her and you will miss your job.

Answer 7

Give a 2 week notice. If she is a real B**ch most people in the industry will know this.

Answer 8

I agree with what "Granny" said.
Other nice catch phrases are "I would like to explore personal growth opportunities in another field" or something like that.
But always remember to thank her for the wonderful experiences and opportunities you've had working there, blah blah blah.

Answer 9

Give her a notice, if you have another job two weeks is good, if you don't give her a month and tell her an opportunity has come up you can't turn down. be sure to thank her for everything and let it go

Answer 10

If she is a ***** to you,then she probably has a reputation as one around town. Move on ,you don't need the the attitude your getting from her.Don't be surprised ,if others side with you.