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Ask HN: How do I quit?

by hlmencken on 5/5/14, 10:48 PM with 3 comments

I have been working for a small but funded company (6 people) for the past 3 and a half months and have come to the decision that the role/team and me are not a good fit. I have approximately 2 and a half weeks unpaid work. We work remotely so there isn't a chance that I see my boss soon, so over email would be the best, can anyone share best practices and how I should do it. (I am totally willing to give 2 weeks notice) Thank you!

  • by Uhhrrr on 5/5/14, 11:19 PM

    You have your boss's phone number, right? As a matter of decorum you should at least do it over the phone. If they're hard to get hold of, then email something like, "Is there a good time to call you today?" or (only slightly deceptive) "Could I call you to talk about the next things I'll be working on?"

  • by sawyer1708 on 5/5/14, 11:59 PM

    It is deemed unprofessional to give your notice over email. As Uhhrrr said, do it over the phone (since meeting your boss is not possible) as a matter of courtesy.

    Also, you seem pretty sure about wanting to quit. In case you are not sure, a simple discussion/negotiation with your boss might be better than to just give your notice.