Things To Consider Before Quitting Your Job

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So you’re thinking about quitting your job, are you? Before you make this decision, take a few minutes to think about why you want to do it. This page will help you make a decision so that you end up doing what’s best for you, and not what just “feels right” when you are furious or stressed or just sick of the job that you presently have.

If you find yourself in one of the following situations, you’re probably considering quitting your job:

You can’t stand the schedule.

You’re forced to work overtime hours that you would rather not do.

You barely have friends any more, and you don’t feel well.

You can’t stand your boss. He or she is too picky and doesn’t appreciate the work you do.

You don’t get credit for the work you do.

They’re sometimes irrational or just incompetent.

Worse still, they're in charge.

You've found another job that suits you perfectly.

This isn't where you saw yourself when you took the job.

You can’t stand your coworkers.

They’re unfriendly and unwilling to be sociable.

Coworkers spread rumors in the office.

You don’t feel welcome.

You can’t stand the work itself.

If you've decided to quit, it's a good idea to line some things up first. Think back on your strengths and the area of work that you would be happy working in. This way, you may avoid quitting your next job for the same reasons. You’ll want to be discreet about your decision while you are finishing out your last days on the job. You’ll need to write a formal resignation letter (or at least it’s a good idea to), and work out a notice period with your boss. Whatever happens, leave quietly. It might be tempting to settle a few scores, but remember, you'll want to use this employer as a reference in the future.

Here are a few counterpoints to think about:

What are the risks that you can take? Without work, there’s no money, and also no vacations, no moving into hip apartments with friends, no new clothes and no splurging on yourself.

Debt. Most students and young people start their first job with a huge debt. Think about the consequences of what you’re doing. Sometimes taking a risk is the only way to improve a situation; but other times, you’ve just got to grin and bear it.

There’ll always be a better job that you can’t have. Annoying colleagues are everywhere, and most bosses have their idiosyncrasies. Good luck finding a job that isn’t hard in some way, or finding a staff of which no worker doesn’t get frustrated with the work every once in a while. You’ll want to take at least a few weeks to really pay attention to how you feel about what you’re doing.

Talk to someone about it before you do anything irrational. Talking things over with someone you trust will help you keep a clear mind when the time comes for you to make the decision. Hopefully they'll be able to help you put things into perspective.

If you’ve decided to quit, you’ll want to speak privately with your boss or immediate superior and also with colleagues that played a part in your decision. They should know why you’re leaving— this will possibly help them to improve as well as give them an explanation, which they deserve.

So if you go ahead and quit your job, be sure not to feel regret. It’s worthless. It’s important to get moving right away. Maybe start off by throwing a party that celebrates both you’re quitting as well as your future in your new job or self-employment services. Don’t let yourself be held down by a job that’s not for you. Think it through carefully, it will pay off in the end.