How to Leave Your Job Without Burning Bridges

Faithful on the Clock is a podcast with the mission of getting your work and faith aligned. We want you to understand Who you're serving and why so you can get more joy and legacy from every minute spent on the clock. Thanks for joining us and taking this step toward a more fulfilling job and relationship with God!Want to join us on social media? We'd love to have you stay up-to-date with the show on all our platforms!TwitterFacebookPinterestInstagramLinkedInYouTubeIn this episode...How to Leave Your Job Without Burning Bridges https://faithfulontheclock.com/how-to-leave-your-job-without-burning-bridges With millions of people switching jobs in the Great Resignation, how to leave a position without burning bridges is an increasingly pressing question. Episode 48 of the Faithful on the Clock podcast highlights tips for taking your exit with grace and tact.Timestamps:[00:05] - Intro[00:35] - Job shifts are common, with most people changing positions 12 times over their careers.[01:03] - Scripture has examples of position changes, such as with Moses and the disciples. God will prepare you if He wants you to do something different, so you don’t have to be stressed.[01:53] - Many people regret leaving during the Great Resignation and already are looking for new jobs. Lack of due diligence and the perks packages employers are offering play into this.[03:17] - Employees should ask questions as they interview, shadow, etc. to find out what the company and work really is like.[04:00] - Most employees regret leaving old jobs because the new ones weren’t what they expected. This suggests that employers aren’t doing a good job of communicating their culture or the responsibilities of the role. They should work hard to represent the work truthfully and to hire for long-term benefits, not fast gains, because hiring repeatedly when people aren’t satisfied is costly.[05:37] - The hiring situation can get dicey, so I’m laying all this out to help you understand how important it is not to burn bridges and to support the entire industry. [06:15] - Be open about why you want to leave, presenting the opportunities so that the old employer can learn how they can grow and support their teams in the future.[07:19] - Give yourself time and be clear about when the exit will happen. Tying up loose ends and offering a distinct transition date helps you come across like a team player right up until the end.[08:33] - Give thanks as you leave. There has to be someone you’re grateful to or something you’ve learned, so present that as having prepared you for the next step you’re taking. This will help the people you leave feel like they helped you.[09:29] - Prayer[10:14] - Outro/What’s coming up nextKey takeaways:Changing jobs is incredibly common, and God called people to different professions all the time in scripture.About 20 percent of those who participated in the Great Resignation regretted leaving their job. This likely has to do with both peer pressure, the feeling like there wasn’t much time to make the decision, and the attractive perks packages employers use to recruit new hires.I recommend that employees ask questions, shadow, and read reviews to get a sense of what a company is really like.Almost ¾ of workers felt like their new job wasn’t what they expected. This suggests that new employers need to communicate better about what positions will be like or require. They should see hiring as a long game and think about the long-term value and fit of the employee, rather than trying to just fill a job fast, because constant hiring and recruitment is expensive.Be open and clear about why you are leaving. Help the new employer see how the new position will help you grow so they have a picture of where their own gaps are.Help smooth the transition so people see you as a team player to the bitter end.Express gratitude as you leave. This is in the spirit of God and will help you see the good in what you’re leaving. It will help others feel good to know what you have learned or gained.Quitter's remorse: The workers who regret resigningHow to Quit Your Job Without Burning BridgesNLS FAQs : U.S. Bureau of Labor StatisticsCTAs:Identify specific tasks to do that will help others through your exit.Take opportunities in your final days to clarify to others how they have helped you.Be direct and clear in your communication about the new job so there is no confusion about what needs to happen or why.What’s coming up next:In Episode 49 of the Faithful on the Clock podcast, I identify the key signs your company isn’t valuing you the way you should. I also offer some guidance on how to get your manager or colleagues to see your value.Support the show!Visit the Faithful on the Clock Patreon page to choose a tier plan and become a supporting member. You'll gain access to goodies like early episode access, newsletters, and more based on the plan that's right for you.Support this Podcast