How do I leave with out offending anyone. I really hate this job but some of my co- workers are nice and it does not pay enough. but this new job is paying more. Any suggestions. serious answers only. please
2006-09-06 06:04:38 · 7 answers · asked by Christian D 1 in Business & Finance ➔ Careers & Employment
Explain to your co-workers just what you have said here - you are looking at a job that will pay more, and it is doing something you have always wanted to do, different responsibility, etc. Most co-workers are quite used to people moving on to other things so it shouldn't be too big a deal with them. Tell them that you can all keep in touch by e-mails, have lunch together sometimes, whatever makes sense.
You have to do what is right for you. It is your life. You can't pass up an opportunity for a job that would really make you happy, and your co-workers wouldn't expect you to. I think they will wish you well.
Best of luck with it.
2006-09-06 06:10:29 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 5⤊ 1⤋
Your co-workers should not be offended, they will probably envy you that you have found a better paying position in a job you have high hopes for.
Proper way to leave a job is to write a letter of resignation and set up a meeting with your superior to give your two weeks notice. During the two weeks ensure that you turn-over all your responsibilities to your nice co-workers so they are not blind-sided by an issue after you leave.
Never burn a bridge...
2006-09-06 06:10:20 · answer #2 · answered by ADF 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You need to do what's best for you. Give two weeks notice if you can,and you really don't need to explain anything to anyone.I'm sure if something came up that paid more for any of your co-workers, they would do the same thing. And since when did leaving one job for another offend anyone? If you've made friends there,then they should want what's best for you.Otherwise they really aren't friends.Do what's best for you,and good luck in your new venture.
2006-09-06 06:16:01 · answer #3 · answered by LEJIANE 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
There has been some very good advice here. I would add one more thing.
Do NOTHING until you have a signed offer letter in your hands. Sometimes jobs fall through and you don't want to resign until you have written proof that you've got the job.
And in the future - you always say in your resignation letter that you've enjoyed your time at the company even if you haven't - it's the professional thing to do. Any complaints you have should be saved for the exit interview.
2006-09-06 06:15:18 · answer #4 · answered by Queen of Cards 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Under no circumstances say anything, or do anything until such time as you have been accepted in the other job. They will understand that you have to give some form of 'notice'. Then give notice of your intention to leave in one, two or four weeks depending on your conditions of service............
2006-09-06 06:19:33 · answer #5 · answered by thomasrobinsonantonio 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Dear Boss,
I am giving my two weeks notice.
I have found a job that will help me along in my goals.
I thank you for the opportunity that you have given me here and i hoope to see you in the future."
[Or something like that]
2006-09-06 06:07:34 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
Whatever you do 'don't burn bridges'...you never know when you may have to cross it someday.
2006-09-06 06:09:57 · answer #7 · answered by AILENE 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋