Interview Boss 194: I quit, and it didn't even seem like anyone cared?!
Aug 14, 2025
Resigning from a job can feel like a rollercoaster of emotions, especially when the goodbye isn't what you expected. The discussion reveals how a quiet departure can sting and emphasizes that it's often not personal. The hosts explore the complexity of workplace relationships, reminding listeners to separate their worth from their job title. They share practical tips for creating your own closure and highlight the importance of embracing the transition with a positive mindset. Remember, farewells can be awkward, but they can also lead to new beginnings.
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Leaving Feels Like Losing An Identity
- Leaving a job can trigger grief because work forms a big part of your identity.
- Emma and Sarah explain that noticing colleagues carry on early previews how life continues without you.
Radio Colleague's Perspective Shift
- Emma recounts a former radio colleague who left to become a truck driver and realised radio wasn't that important to others.
- The example shows how immersion can inflate a role's perceived significance.
Practical Reasons Drive Quiet Exits
- A quiet exit is usually practical, not personal, especially when teams are overwhelmed.
- Sarah warns that being left off invites often reflects logistics as teams scramble to reassign work.