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A Boss's Open Letter To Workers Who Want To Quit

A Boss's Open Letter To Workers Who Want To Quit

By Todd Defren Two people quit my company this month. That's OK; it happens. Before these unfortunate events, I liked these employees a lot. Afterward, I only liked one of 'em. The woman who quit "the right way" will discover that she lost a boss but found a long-term champion of her success. The other ...

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Don't Burn Bridges Anymore: Quitting Your Job Gracefully

Don't Burn Bridges Anymore: Quitting Your Job Gracefully

By Jacqui Barrett-Poindexter Ask anyone who has ever been involved in a play, and they'll tell you the importance of knowing which side of the stage to exit. Heading off in the wrong direction could have you coming face-to-face with actors trying to enter the stage or heading to a fictional location ...

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Your Last Job Ended Miserably -- Can You Be Honest About Why You Left?

Your Last Job Ended Miserably -- Can You Be Honest About Why You Left?

By Justin Thompson Many people have had a job that sucked. So while the person interviewing you for a new position can probably relate, you shouldn't vent to her about why you hated your last job. Things may have gone bust at your last place, and whether you left or they asked you to leave, there are ways ...

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Ask an Expert: Should I Change Careers?

Ask an Expert: Should I Change Careers?

I frequently talk to people who want to change careers. They often tell me one of these four things: 1. I hate my job. 2. I don't think my job is a good fit. 3. I want to do something more meaningful. 4. My friends tell me I would make a great (fill in the blank). ...

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