No matter the cirumstances, you must always part with your employer on the best terms. If you don't leave on amicable terms, you may pay the price later when it comes time to provide references or work history. Never burn bridges as they may come back haunt you later. It's a small world after all!Randall Hansen, a professor at Stetson University and founder of the Florida-based group Quintessential Careers, offers six rules of conduct when ending a working relationship:
1. Make sure you give plenty notice of your departure. This shows respect and maturity. Two weeks notice is standard.
2. After initiating your notice, help your employer fill your position. You can go even farther by training your replacement.
3. Work to your full potential until the day of your depature. Don't push the work load off on your coworkers. This may strain your relationships.
4. Make sure you have clearly written notes of your job duties. It will make things run more smoothly if you have detailed out how things are normally handled.
5. Allow your old coworkers the option to contact you after you've gone if any issues arise.
6. Keep your relationships with your old friends/coworkers. This connection can be a valuable networking tool.
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