Quitting Your Job the Right Way

Here’s how to leave your job without burning bridges.

Throw Them Deuces! - We all remember the woman who resigned from her job dancing to Kanye — it was hilarious. But we don’t recommend that you do that when you give your notice. Here’s how to leave your job with class and without burning bridges. By Kellee Terrell (Photo: Jose Luis Pelaez Inc/Getty Images)

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Throw Them Deuces! - We all remember the woman who resigned from her job dancing to Kanye — it was hilarious. But we don’t recommend that you do that when you give your notice. Here’s how to leave your job with class and without burning bridges. By Kellee Terrell (Photo: Jose Luis Pelaez Inc/Getty Images)

Make Sure You Have a Job Waiting for You - It’s tempting to quit a job you hate without having a new job secured, but please resist the temptation. You may not qualify for unemployment or have any way to support yourself while looking. Plus, being broke doesn’t hurt your boss, it only hurts you. Try sticking it out until something else comes along. (Photo: AMR Image/Getty Images)

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Make Sure You Have a Job Waiting for You

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Give Notice With a Professional Letter

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Be Positive in That Letter

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Meet Face-to-Face With Your Manager

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Know What You Are Entitled To - Make sure you talk to HR about unused vacation days, sick days, 401K, health insurance, last paycheck and other financial concerns to make sure you get what you are owed and are not in the dark about your money.  (Photo: suedhang/cultura/Corbis)

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Know What You Are Entitled To

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Ask for a Reference Before You Leave

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Set Your Co-workers Up for Success

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Don’t Tell Anyone Else You're Quitting

It’s OK to Move On - Yes, be polite and professional, but when it comes to moving on, try not to feel guilty or apologize for making the decision to move on. This is your life, so go and live out your true potential, making the money you believe you deserve. (Photo: Eric O'Connell/Getty Images)

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It’s OK to Move On