How You Exit Is Important

I have just read an article about how people are leaving companies after being laid off. Folks, please, please remember that it's important to leave on a good note. You never know where your next job is going to come from - it might well come from a former co-worker.

If you absolutely must leave a going away email, keep it positive and upbeat. Everybody knows what's going on - that people are losing their jobs. You don't have to refer to the company. In fact, don't make any comment about the company. And, don't make any negative comment about other people.

Now, that I have taken all of the fun away, what can you write? A thank you note to all of those that assisted you. A note that provides contact information. You can send a note that memorializes a great team you were a part of or a project you completed that was a success.

Whatever you send, keep it positive because that is how people will remember you.