Work It Leaving a job without burning bridges
Apr 16, 2025
Navigating the tricky waters of leaving a toxic job while keeping relationships intact is explored in-depth. The hosts discuss whether to be honest about your reasons for leaving or to provide a more diplomatic response. They emphasize the significance of maintaining professionalism during resignation and the impact of exit interviews for sharing valuable feedback. Listeners learn how to balance authenticity with tact, ensuring they can leave without burning any bridges.
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Use Diplomatic Reasons to Leave
- Use politically correct reasons like better salary or growth when resigning to avoid burning bridges.
- Be comfortable with your explanation and use phrases like "this doesn't work for me" if truthful answers feel unsafe.
Honesty vs Omitting Truths
- There's a key difference between telling outright lies and omitting some truths.
- Feeling authentic in what you say helps maintain your integrity even if you don't reveal everything.
Share Honest Feedback in Exit Interview
- Use exit interviews to share more honest feedback if you feel comfortable.
- Avoid giving full negative reasons during resignation to keep work-life smooth till last day.