Responses to My Resignation
Hmm…after this, I knew it was just a matter of time. At 11am, the emails began. I’ve been told:
- They’re “sorry” to hear of my pending departure
- They would like to “chat” about my experience
- They want to understand what’s driving my departure
- They want me to know that I’m highly regarded
- Is there anything they can do to get me to reconsider
- Even if my decision is firm, they want to know what they can do better
I swear, this feels like deja vu. The only difference this time, I’ve learned from my mistakes.
As expected, I was also summoned to the boss’ boss’ office. The scheduled time is 9am and someone has been crapping bricks since noon. I’ll let you guess who that might be. Not me.
One thing I’ve learned from this whole experience is to ALWAYS, I mean always, take the high road and remain professional at ALL times. No matter what. Especially in the midst of very difficult circumstances. It’s easier said than done, I know, trust me. But not only will it protect your reputation, but it gives you the upper hand to control the situation.
I also held an impromptu meeting today to inform the staff of my decision. I wanted them to hear it directly from me before the rumor mill began. I owe them that much. But I did NOT expect their responses. Two young ladies started crying! Umm, wow. The men, displaying similar dissatisfaction, expressed themselves in a very different way. Several asked if I’d hire them wherever I was going next. LOL!
As a stubborn Capricorn, I served as a buffer for the team so they wouldn’t have to deal with half the shyt rolling down the hill. And as a bold risk taker, I eliminated processes/procedures they considered inefficient, incorrect, or unfair, then I took the blame if anything went wrong. Better to ask forgiveness than permission, right? LOL!
So on one hand, I’m honored to know I’ve had a positive impact on their lives in such a short period of time (1 year this month). But on the other hand, their responses were a testament to the environment I’m leaving behind.
A relief for me, but I feel sorry for them.
~*~*~*~*~*~Work to achieve, not to acquire.
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Wow, that’s a great testament to what a great boss you are. I know that I’ve been really disappointed when good bosses have left, but I’ve never broken down crying or directly asked to stay with my boss (although I have had former bosses try to recruit me with them). Good luck with the new position!!
I’m glad that you’re appreciated by the people above and below you in the pecking order - it’s a good thing to know about yourself as you look through the labor market again.
I can’t wait to hear about the conversation with the boss’ boss.
My money is on that your second level manager offers you the first level manager’s position.
You must be in an industry (or state?) where you have to give a lot of notice. I would so be out of there on Friday.
I have to admit when my current boss left our former company I cried like a baby. Now when he came to my office to tell me he was leaving, I was strong - so strong he told a co-worker that he thought I didn’t care. But on his last day, when we took him to lunch with speeches and whatnot, I lost it. So much so that the entire department almost had to take the afternoon off. Great bosses are so hard to come by, that’s why when he presented my current position to me I jumped at the chance. So I understand the response - it is definitely a testament to your leadership skills.
wow, congratulations on doing it and glad to hear they appreciate you.
your boss is obviously nuts anyway, if she left you sitting in her office like that! I’m with the other commenter in hoping they offer you her job!
That would always be what I hated most about quitting jobs. I never had anyone I worked with cry, but the talks with first the directors, then the VP of the dept., then CEO (which happened twice.) Eventually I was a mgr so there wouldn’t be as many talks, but it always was so hard to keep saying no, I wanted to leave, this is why. I was so harsh about it sometimes, I cringe to think about it now :/
I hope you want to stay at the next place for much longer! I’m also curious what was so bad about your current place.
Good to hear you stepped out!!!
Continue to step out in Faith and watch God show off!
“And as a bold risk taker, I eliminated processes/procedures they considered inefficient, incorrect, or unfair, then I took the blame if anything went wrong. Better to ask forgiveness than permission, right?”
Wow. Can you hire ME where you’re working next?
Hi SM - your experience is similar to mine … I left a horrible situation in 2004, and while I was happy to be leaving the company, I had a great team, and it was hard for me to tell them. One of the women cried, too! I also acted as a buffer for my team, and took so much sh** to protect them that I felt like I was leaving them high and dry. I miss managing people and helping them develop and grow - it was the best part of that job. The rest of it was unbearable, and that was why I left.
Circle your last day in red on your calendar - tick tick tick … you’re outta there!
“One thing I’ve learned from this whole experience is to ALWAYS, I mean always, take the high road and remain professional at ALL times. No matter what. Especially in the midst of very difficult circumstances. It’s easier said than done, I know, trust me. But not only will it protect your reputation, but it gives you the upper hand to control the situation.”
This is a great reminder. You’re right - it’s easier said than done, but I think it’s worth it in the end. Kudos to you, Singla Ma!