Tips for How not to Exit a job

[dcontesti]

A friend sent me this and I thought I would share.  Some may find it useful.

I wish I had this in my early twenties, I may have stayed a bean counter.

d

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Here’s how NOT to exit,
and what to do instead:

1/ Burn Bridges. 🔥

↳ That dramatic exit you're imagining? Forget it.
↳ Instead, leave on good terms.

2/ Slack Off in your Final Weeks. 🏖

↳ Tempted to coast to the finish line? Don’t.
↳ Show your integrity.

3/ Drop a Resignation Bomb. 💣

↳ Surprising your manager with a sudden exit? Bad move.
↳ Instead, communicate early and give them time.

4/ Bash the Company On Your Way Out. 👊

↳ Frustrated? Venting might feel good in the moment.
↳ Channel that energy into constructive feedback.

5/ Neglect Proper Handover. 🚫

↳ Leaving your work in a mess? Not cool.
↳ Do detailed handover notes for a smooth transition.

6/ Ghost your Colleagues. 👻

↳ Disappearing without a word? Big mistake.
↳ Acknowledge the relationships you’ve built.

7/ Forget your Exit is Part of Your Legacy. 🤦‍♂️

↳ This isn’t an ending—it’s a step in your journey.
↳ Stay connected. Never know when you’ll cross paths again.

[ericgeater]

Agreed on all seven points.  There's a reason why every LinkedIn post should be positive and affirming, and that's because people are paying attention to the things you say and do.  There is no difference when it comes to separations.

I was working on a six month project which ended successfully on my final day with a previous employer.  It is the key reason why I felt comfortable asking that project's supervisor -- who also owns the business -- for a reference after I left.