Good reason to leave a job (in IT)?
822975
Well, as much as I love honesty, I have seen that backfire.  You need something generic.  Looking to experience growth...expand horizons....easier travel time elsewhere...changing direction...always say how much you respect the company, love your boss and appreciate all they have done.  EVEN if it's BS.
529472
If your job is so great, I would reconsider leaving. Thank you notes are very nice though, I have never heard of that.
280609
Excellant. But I had to leave the job, because:\n\nI didn't gel well with the organization/I wasn't interested in the job/...
1172967
Girl dont quit your job it might be boring but its an income keep it because there are so many people looking for a good job and alot of people are not hiring or laying off.But if you do decide to quit make sure you always have a back-up before you make that big step.
1166189
Give your boss a reasonable amount of notice before you quit your job.  How long have you been with the company?  How long would it take to train someone in your position?\n\nGive at least a minimum of two weeks notice, but a month would be nicer, so that your boss has time to fill the position and get someone trained before you leave.
1146056
Write a polite letter stating your departure date and thanking your employer for the opportunity to work for them.  You do not need to tell them your reason for leaving in the letter, but leave the option open for them to ask.  Many employers reserve a right to a "departure interview" where they will ask why you are leaving, but a lot of places don't take the time to ask, they just work on replacing you.  Here's an example:\n\nDear Boss,\n\nPlease accept my resignation of my position as *whatever*.  My last day will be *two weeks from date of letter*.  I have enjoyed my time at your company and greatly appreciate the opportunities provided for professional and personal growth.  I will be happy to speak with you further at your convenience.\n\nSincerely,\nMe
270782
Try this.\n1)Identify in your personal career development plans(HR).\n2)Show Willingness to sacrifice personal time. money and commitment towards self-redevelopment.\n3)Request for possible lateral movement to an IT delpartment perhaps via job sharing?  job shadowing?\n4)Show the readiness to move to another company if denied AND especially you have finished your formal training.
531722
No. I was loyal and honest and hard working for an employer for 10 1/2 years, and he fired me with NO notice and treated me like crap with absolutely no reason. i'm sure it was from bad politics and back stabbing.\n \nSo your 9 years of service was valuable and he doesn't like you quitting because you were good. That should make you feel good. Imagine if he said "good riddance!"\nUnfortunately for employees the good they do for their employers is always in the past, and no debts are owed on either side when they part company.\nIf it is a huge problem for them, for you to be gone on a weeks notice, then they weren't running their company properly, and it's not your fault. It'll do them good to learn that lesson.\nJust for future reference, you didn't have to tell your boss you were going to a competitor.
102612
Not sure of the situation as you did not elaborate but here are some questions you can ask yourself:  \n- What is your propensity for managing people and difficult situations?  \n- Are you ready for added responsibilities and burdens on your time?  \n- Do you feel you're up to a challenge in the workplace given the rest of thing things going on in your life right now?   \n- Do you have the support of your superiors, family and friends?\n- Does the increase in pay outweigh your doubts about not taking the position?\n\nDo what feels right for you and think it through.  Talk the pros and cons over with someone you trust.\n\nGood luck!
811510
I'd stick around a little while and feel it out.  I'm in a similar situation where I would much rather be doing another aspect of my job (which I'm good at doing and like much more), but there's not many people who are good at another aspect so I get stuck on it continually.  The management knows that I'm not happy there, so they're trying to find someone else (since they know I'll probably leave if they don't).\n\nIf it seems like with the next project he's getting dibs over you, then maybe it's time to approach your employer and ask why.  Who knows, they might training him because they have a bigger and better project for you in the works.
630187
If it's a company you really want to work for, I would.  Because chances are you can work your way up.  It will show them that you really want to work for their company.\n\nHowever, if you don't NEED the job, and it's not a place you REALLY want to work, I would turn it down...because it won't be worth it in the end...and something else will come along later.
768828
Yeah I had the most boring, over worked job, low pay job, unappreciate job in the world.  So I wrote a resignation letter and when I was about to leave the Chief Manager, called me and asked me if I wanted a transfer to a position he is sure I will love. True to his word, I love my present job and am lucky coz its doing wonder to my skills, reputation and most importantly resume.\n\nI am of the opinion that you start looking for another job.  What is the worse that can happen apart from getting another job with more money.
1176171
if you are doing a good job the company won't terminate you at anytime.  also, once you obtain seniority at a job or make it through their triaining or probationary period they have to have a reason to term you...which, unless you're being downsized, is a reason that YOU give them...like being late all the time or not following company policy.\n\nyou should always give your job a  2-week notice.  this is respectful because you quitting means they have to find someone to replace you, which takes time.  also, if you give them notice, then they may ask you why you are leaving and this gives you an opportunity to "fix" any issues you may be having at work and perhaps stay at your job.\n\nplus, 2-week notice allows you to make sure you are really making the right choice.  you may want to quit after a frustrating day, but who doesn't have those??  2-week notice gives you a chance to say.."hey, i'm sorry, but i changed my mind...can i keep my job.  i was just upset earlier".\n\ni hope everyone gives their employer 2-week notices, b/c i've been the employer many times and it really does put you in a bind...and i always asked that question at job interviews.  if someone told me they didn't give notice at their last job...i probably didn't hire them.  and i asked other questions, so i knew if they were lying about giving notice...i'm not dumb;)\n\ntake care.
627614
I think counter offer is a bad deal for you.  One, you look elsewhere because you want a better job or more pay.  If you do found a better job, then you should go for it.  The satisfaction of a good job almost always out weight money.  But if you are doing it for more money, you should still leave.  I mean, if your current company doesn't appreciate you until you threaten to leave.  What about the next time?  Is this the only way you can ever get a raise?  You may be better off at a different company.
740033
Last year I left my job that I had been at for 10 years.  Good salary, good benefits, but way too much stress.  So at 45 I started all over.  I don't make as much money, (still have good benefits though).  The fact that I'm not under any stress now means everything to me.  I'm much happier and FEEL much better.  I'm no longer in charge of anything and only responsible for what I do, not what a whole dept. does.  So if you think it will make you happier and you'll feel better, I recommend switching.
509565
When you start finding ANY excuse to not go to work...it's time to change. I just changed careers after 22 years in the same industry, and it was the best idea I've had in a long time. I'm sooo happy I finally got the nerve to do it. It takes time to start again, but when you look forward to going to work...it's a great feeling.
111177
Good! You must have taken good decision to move to a job. I would like to know whether you have done some analysis for the same or not.\nYou should have clear answers as under:\n•Why you want to change?\n•What are your goals in changing the job – financial – social – physical – mental etc.\n•What you want in you life?\n•Will you be able to get what you want from the new job you would be planning to?\n•How many years and resources you would require achieving your goals?\n\nIf you answer all these questions genuinely, you will have clarity on your decision. I will be happy to help you more on to this, if you wish: heneel_soni@yahoo.co.in