Finding a new job is not easy that is why after getting a new job, most people call their friends and family and make a toast to celebrate the success.
A new job is an unfamiliar territory that can be disturbing during the first few days.
Is there a proper protocol for leaving a current job?
How does someone prepare for a new job? These are just but a few questions that will be answered in this article.
Having made several job switches in my career, I can confidently confirm that there are things one can do to smoothen the process. The circumstances and experiences will be different but all will revolve around the following basics.
1- Have A Conversation With Your Boss Before Leaving.
Feeling nervous about having this conversation with your boss is normal but should be dealt with. Your resignation will not be the first resignation your boss has ever received. A good boss will always want the best for you both at a personal level and a professional level. This means they should be happy with your new opportunity and offer you any assistance you might need-that means even changing companies.
If your boss is mad about it, they never had your interests at heart and that should be enough reason for you to leave that organization.
Whatever the case might be, giving your boss the courtesy of telling him your next step is not only professional but also human etiquette.
Your boss should be the first to know, then your office buddies and friends.
First, find out how your boss will handle the announcement then proceed to tell your other office mates.
The boss will want to be the one to inform the others depending on your situation. This will help avoid a rumor mill and also help explain how activities at work will transition to fill up your space.
Knowing how your departure will be announced is useful as it will help you with which steps to take to announce your resignation.
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2-Remember The Paper Work.
A lot of paperwork will come your way after you have presented your resignation notice. You might have to prepare an official resignation letter if your company asks for one.
Make sure you fully understand the policies surrounding your company if you will still be using your employer’s health insurance policy. Remember to read all the notices you have received through the mail.
Remember to go through the required transition steps to help you with your retirement fund or rollover your 401(k) with your new boss.
You wouldn’t by any chance want to miss out on the company match at your new event.
3-Be Specific About Your Job Transition Plans.
Bosses have a lot to worry about and having to worry about how duties will be handled after your departure shouldn’t be one of them. Giving him/her specifics about how you will transition your daily activities till the last day will be needed.
Remember to plan a meeting to discuss who is best suited to take up your immediate roles before your slot is replaced officially. Plan on how and when you will train and fill in your interim replacement for a smooth transition.
The boss will know that you are well organized and with an applicable plan of action hence no activities will have to be suspended as you leave the organization heading into your new employer.
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4-Keep In Touch With Your New Employer.
Always remain in touch with your new employer during the whole transition period. This will be even after you have signed your acceptance letter and settled on your starting date.
Some things will require your immediate attention and should be acted upon promptly. They may include a background check or even a drug screening test. Make plans where the need is and forward all that may be required from you.
Always confirm with the Human Resource officer on all paperwork received during the transition period.
Going incommunicado with your new employer for a long period during the transition process doesn’t send a good message. Try as much as you can to handle all possible requirements within the shortest time possible.
Be sure to reach back to your co-workers to thank them, email them back, and express your gratitude to be a part of the new team. The extra reaching out will help ease the new kid awkwardness burden on the first day in office.
5-Make The Most of Your Time Off.
Putting in extra hours by working during break time while starting your new job during the first few days will be of great advantage to you during the transition period. The extra hours will help you organize your life and work at the new company. Your home should be well arranged to avoid wasting precious time cleaning the refrigerator or cleaning at home. You will need more time at the office to earn the office culture and learn new tasks at work.
During your time off, use that time to run pesky errands that you didn’t have before, get a car wash, go grocery shopping, organize your laundry and clean the house.
Take your dog for a walk and lets the kids play around. Remember to spare some exercise time that will keep you focused and fresh at all times.
This may also be a good time to visit your doctor for health checkups or go visiting the upcountry. You may also consider going for a short trip with your spouse to celebrate the new job offer that you just started.
You never know when your next off days will come along and so use your chance effectively.
If you manage to get a break between two jobs, try and do the things that you wouldn’t do during the weekdays. Golfing, swimming, horse racing, fishing are among activities for which you can sign up.
Don’t forget to pamper yourself and relax. You have worked hard enough. You need the rest. This will help you organize yourself for the new job, feel rejuvenated and relaxed at the same time.
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