Don't burn your bridges at work
How it ends for employees and their bosses is just as important and the key is to maintain mutual respect - not parting shots
IT'S probably not a surprise that January tends to be the time when people hand in their resignation letters - after all, most have collected their bonuses and made plans for a fresh start in the new year. If you have done so, congratulations on taking the step to change your life. But whatever your reasons for quitting are, it is not rocket science that leaving on a good note is a must. After all, it's a small world and you never know what would happen. Even if you swear never to return, you might meet your ex-colleagues or bosses if they change jobs too.
That is why navigating the final hurdle - the exit interview - matters. Yet, it is a process that both departing staff and employers tend to dismiss.
If done right, it can help the company improve its retention rate and manage its reputation. A positive final discussion can also help departing employees learn more about themselves.
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