First time quitting your job? These tips might help

The process of quitting can be anxiety-inducing. Being prepared seems to be the key to breaking up well with your employer, manpower reporter Tay Hong Yi has found. In his latest column, he shares tips from human resource experts. For a start, state your intentions clearly, express gratitude for the learning opportunities received, and commit to a smooth handover, they said.

How did the talk with your boss go when you tendered your resignation previously? Tell me more at [email protected].

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— Prisca Ang , Correspondent

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