I just accepted a new position at another company. How should I nicely tell my current boss?

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Tell them that you appreciate everything your current job taught you, but that you've been offered a role that will help you advance in your career.

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Just tell them it's time. Happens with everyone eventually. Only a jerk would be truly upset.

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Don't beat around the bush, open the conversation with the fact that you're leaving, then tell them you appreciate everything they've done for you.

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outta here! see you bye 👋😇

Why waste time by being nice? Tell him straight up and never look back.

And make sure you say you've accepted the position--not that you've been offered a position--to make it clear your mind is made up. Give your two weeks notice, transition your responsibilities with integrity, leave on good terms. Rinse, lather, repeat. This won't be the last time you do this in your career, but if you do it well you will build a great network of former colleagues as you move from job to job. Good luck!

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