Quitting/resigning at work..

[Ginevive]

This is never something that I look forward to. Well, yes, I look forward to starting a new job, and living back home, now. But I hate, actually telling my boss that I will be leaving.

We are heading out of town this Monday; so if I tell him tomorrow, that's a week's notice. Kinda short IMO, butat least I am not no-showing.

How do you cope with telling your boss? I get along with him well, and I have a close friend that I work with too (who knows that I am leaving; just not, when.) Argh! I could tell him today, but I think that I will work-up my energy and do it tomorrow.

[Nate]

it isn't personal. it's life taking priorities over business. Don't get too worked up over it.

[OhhWatALoser]

If your boss is a desent person, they will understand

If hes not a desent person, then who gives a crap

[wolfy-hound]

Tell them as early as possible. IT's a job, not personal. It's not like you're breaking up with him, you're quitting a job because you're MOVING. Unless he'd like to pay for the cross-america commute, I think it'll be okay.

[Ginevive]

Thanks! Tomorrow's the big day!

[dsirkle]

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[Montessa Python]

I hope you read this before going to work...

I would write a letter explaining the financial burden and need to relocate.
Thank him and the company for all they have done and taught you.
And be sure to ask/tell him you would be honored to use him as a reference.
Which you will have to do anyway since it will be on your work history and resume.

You could also fib a little and say there is a family crisis with mom and such...
Just a thought
Carol

[jkobylka]

Keep it professional and short and sweet. Like others said above, its not personal.

Definitely do it as soon as possible, you boss will appreciate and I feel that any employer is owed at least a good notice.

Justin

[Ginevive]

Well, it went rather well. Manager and coworkers are upset to see me go, but they understand. Thanks for the support.