It's also normal to cross paths of people you used to work with.

Your former co-worker might even be your boss one day.

So let's dissect what it looks like to not just leave a job but to leave a job well.

For years, athletes have used science and data analysis to improve.

Now, we are doing the same for job seekers everywhere.

This is job science.

Meet Ted.

He's a sales director at an e-commerce company, and just accepted a new role in the publishing industry.

Before making any moves, be honest with yourself about your reasons for leaving.

Writing all of them down is a good place to start.

This helps make sure your decision wasn't made on the spur of the moment.

Leaving without another job offer could affect your finances.

It's important to keep these things top of mind to manage stress.

After you've written your reasons, circle a couple that you might want to share with your employer.

This will help you feel more confident and help them get feedback on the company.

Once you've made your decision, find time to meet with your employer and give them your two weeks notice.

It's always best to resign from your job in person and give as much notice as you can.

I hate it here.

This place sucks, I'm bored, and I don't get paid enough.

Ooh, hold it there, Ted.

You should definitely be honest. That's good.

But know that when you're giving your answers, the employer might interpret them differently.

So let's take a step back.

Remember, you want to stay positive in your answers.

Your goal is to leave on good terms.

And if you don't feel comfortable, there is no need to disclose where you'll be working in the future.

Well, I learned more than I could have imagined here.

You took me under your wing, and I am so thankful for that.

But I'm actually going to be taking on a new role that's in publishing.

I feel I can bring a really fresh new take there, and they're giving me brains to build a team from the ground up.

You deserve to have your own team. It's about time.

Good for you.

Perfect, now's a good time to submit your formal letter of resignation.

Let's take a quick look at the parts that comprise it.

Time and date, address, statement of resignation, last day of work, statement of gratitude, next steps or important information, and your signature.

Done.

The next few steps are a little easier.

Don't just leave on a dime.

Prepping your coworker to take over your role is key to a smooth transition.

So typically, what I would do is go and export the file here and then reach out to the team and just let them it's all packaged up.

And lastly, be thankful.

Show your gratitude whenever you can.

You can also provide your employer with constructive feedback.

Big plus.

When all is said and done, ending on a positive note and keeping that bridge intact can be huge for your career.

This was the breakdown of leaving a job well, till next time.